That is all well and good, though you don't save any money using their software.  

What about character references from your tenants application? 

Quote from @Eric Carlstrom: Quote from @John Underwood: Quote from @Eric Carlstrom: @Garrett Brown I hadn’t considered bookkeeping software or dynamic price software.

If you keep the footprint of the home the same, you can avoid timely and costly site planning applications in most jurisdictions.

Quote from @Tessa Tsui: Software is a common question on BiggerPockets.

"His" software I found interesting, but I don't believe he developed it.

A good broker remains transparent throughout the process, providing regular updates on loan applications, lender responses, and any emerging challenges.

A message stating your qualifications for applicants will let them know whether they should apply or not too. 

Having someone to help you navigate challenges, anticipate issues, and give you personalized feedback as you build your own path is incredibly valuable, especially as you're just starting out.While paid options with specific systems might seem appealing, I agree with you that the key is finding someone who can provide ongoing, situational guidance, particularly someone who has experience in real-world application.

Strategies: maintain the most amount of credit lines possible without use; no late payments, ever; any credit that you do use as a consumer should be small relative to the credit limit of the account; keep your accounts open as long as possible; don't apply for credit unless you really need it to limit hard inquiries; space out any new applications or inquiries as far as possible.