There's a very good chance the issue(s) you face have already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

In order to put a property under contract I need to provide proof of funds I know that I can get that from a hard money lender but I don’t meet there criteria for a loan approval what should I do?

This is a super important question and it doesn't just apply to lenders.

BUT, to answer your question, go to Zillow and look up how long rentals are sitting on the market in your area.

About my ideas and general questions.

My question is what have people used with success to best track their time/investments over the year?

Quote from @Chad Swartz: Good question, BruceI have the same question so thank you for posting.

Great questions to ask.

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?