@Delmas Edwards AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is an mathematical model that analyzes properties based on comps.

The area is no Detroit but the local economy is difficult and lots of part time work with most of the factory jobs having been lost to automation.

Mainly, the systems implemented are fascinating (VA, automated offers, etc.)

Also, you can integrate Podio and other software, in this case...Lob.com using Zapier for the automation. then you can have your VAs which you can hire from Upwork.com or Odesk.com (to name a few).

I just recently listened to podcast 283 with Paul Thompson and wanted some insight on Podio and automation.

This method is a good way to get your feet wet, but I would recommend that you use your time to create a monthly marketing budget, pay attention to your competition around you, and look into the marketing methods that you can essentially automate.

The one draw back is changing rates which you would need to do on each individual web site if you wanted them all the same, though some of them do offer automated pricing based on what others in your area are doing and can change daily.

Again, this will depend on your audience and strategy.Facebook /email campaigns are very good way to automate your process and can have amazing results if done correctly. 

Kevin Schaefer I have an agent that sends me an automated email with new listings for multis in Edison, but like you said there’s not a lot.

I do see some potential in some sort of automation tool that quickly analyzes deals.