While I'm all for coaching, training and mentorship it has to fit where you are too. 

I just need a thermostat to fit in there that meets all of the criteria I listed.

Anything that fits the typical single family BRRRR strategy still sells very quickly in San Antonio. 

I don't want people to waste their time & apply if they don't fit the bill above. 2) After I get applicants, how do I shortlist the top ones & send them the link to do get their credit & background checked through Cozy (I know the technical aspect of how to actually do this, but I'm asking for about the shortlist process). 

Some other features landlords commonly look for:Automating late fees (the level of complexity you require can impact the software that's a good fit)Logins for multiple employeesDedicated mobile app for your tenantsFull accounting features OR alternatively, integration with your preferred accounting platformDigital document signingTenant applications and screeningAgain, depending on which of those matter to you, one software will be a better fit than another.

However just based on what is available in MLS, doesn’t seem like GTA or surrounding areas would fit my budget.

It fits the 50% rule, but the max offer so far would be 61,500 based on the 2% rule.

Can be great deals because they are odd fits.

This is where it comes down to what do you want out of the deal . . . if you go the court case route then you're best scenario would be that it can fit into small claims court, they don't show up, and their business is solvent enough to handle a $10k judgment.   

If it's something that fits you, pursue it.