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for that, i use reihub (the extension of rentredi). i use quickbooks for my other business but my RE portfolio doesn't require something as robust.

Wanted to connect with others doing business in the area to keep up-to-date on the market, as I'm from out-of-state.

You rarely get phone calls from your tenants and they are business owners vs. folks with kids, pets, showers and toilets. 

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And are they production builders that to provide the product at the cost they do use basically the least expensive materials possible and beat the crap out the subs pricing.so there is a fine line there you cant pay low price and expect supreme product..

New investors look for guidance only to find constant ads for courses, coaching, and get-rich-quick strategies.Look at those where you want to be and before you ask them to be your mentor study them, learn from them, and read books about business owners. 

I recently formed my LLC and I'm in the process of setting up my business checking account.

First, build the actual business in theory with a brand.Second, go to every real estate investor meetup in the area and see if this is something that people would pay for and if so, how much.

BUT... this also means you need to put a plan together to keep 4-6 full time guys busy.