I would try and setup all bank accounts, entities (LLC, etc, if you're going that route) property management/accounting software, etc. before you rent it out, so you aren't scrambling to get everything organized. 

I honestly think you should check out some podcast's to better understand direct mail and CRM software. 

Anyone know where I can find a Mortgage / Loan Analysis Software?

The first three properties I placed an offer on (not to mention the countless others I was interested in but went under contract before I could even submit an offer), I didn't get because I waited as little as one day to think over those deals.

Hello BP, I'm currently in the process of submitting offers to purchase my first primary residence that will double as an investment property (rent out the bedrooms), in Oceanside, California. 

.- Buy some Technology - new devices or software.- Ask Contractors to invoice you NOW for work they have done or are about to do.- Pre-buy construction materials maybe even some storage to put them in- Buy tools for you or your contractors to use on a future flip - Hire an accountant to help with some of these ideas

Its more fun making money together, and I appreciate your out-reach and advice as I dive in as an active investor for the first time.About me...Economist by education (petrified of analysis paralysis), spent a number of years in real estate tech building & managing buyer lead gen solutions at realtor.com for agents & brokers, and adding SaaS (Software as a Service) utilities that help incubate buyer & seller leads until they're ready for a face to face meeting.

He worked with an architect to get renderings drawn up, permits submitted & approved.

In short, where I am we simply have to ensure zoning is acceptable, have a surveyor do lot line adjustments and submit new plat for approval.

I work full time in Healthcare IT (software Program Manager - very visible and demanding) so I'm trying to decide whether to pursue a small claims court filing or writing this off as a learning experience on how to deal with inheritied tenants.