Taking time to write out a plan, instead of being handed one; self discipline as opposed to having a set of tasks done before my next check in with the "teacher." are probably equally effective if you take two people with the same level of motivation each prepared to invest the same dollar resources in their venture. 

Do one task in each app to compare apples to apples.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.

Our goal is to transform your business by:Freeing you from micromanagement: Focus on strategic initiatives while AutoOps handles the day-to-day.Boosting customer satisfaction: Real-time job updates, contactless billing, and a streamlined experience keep your customers happy.Empowering your technicians: Spend less time on paperwork and more time completing jobs.Streamlining your admin: Improved organization and reduced workload mean less stress for everyone.AutoOps goes beyond basic task management.

. - most of them perform their task and "disappear" until next time.The PMC is the only team member that has to deal with a property & tenant on a daily basis.Recommend a chat with Michael as he can refer you to all of the above.

Figure out other ways to de-stress your life so you can keep your W2 for as long as possible - outsourcing disliked tasks, working on mental/physical health, shorter commute, etc...Retirement seems like an emotional state of relatively low stress and contentment.  

My name is Sonia and I'm excited to start my real estate adventure starting with buying & holding properties in Maryland. 

Material Participation Activities:Property Maintenance: Engage in repairs or construction work on the property to maintain or enhance its condition.Contractor Management: Oversee the hiring and coordination of contractors or handymen for property-related tasks.Tenant Interaction: Communicate with tenants regarding lease agreements, inquiries, or property issues.Property Acquisition: Invest time in property search and evaluation processes, including visits to potential investment properties.Property Management Tasks: Perform activities typically handled by property management companies, such as rent collection or property inspections.Non-Qualifying Activities:Educational Pursuits: Time spent on real estate education or training programs does not count towards material participation.Investor Hours: Hours dedicated to investment analysis, financial planning, or portfolio management are not considered material participation.

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

We offer product like this and it can be a very arduous task. 

Even though I tend to be on the more adventurous side, this is way too risky for me.