I volunteer for mission, not $, and have likely saved organization >$100,000 over that time.

Other than the usual camaraderie that exists when you are active in any organization, there isn't much difference from my perspective, however it is a fair amount cheaper on an annual basis for a Non-Realtor. 

Some of the work has been done organically as my family has grown but I am looking to take an objective look and finish the project off so I can move to the next one.

You own rental homes, not gun stores or high risk sporting events where accidents happen frequently.

If you look at some of the local forums in your area I'm sure you'll find agents organizing BP meetups.

Real estate investing is a contact sport; it isn't chips and beer in front of the TV on sunday watching football.

My wife and I are up to 4 properties, 1 of them being a triplex and have been keeping track of everything ourselves in separate spreadsheets and folders but it’s becoming too much and I know there are better systems out there for organizing.

My wife and I are up to 4 properties, 1 of them being a triplex and have been keeping track of everything ourselves in separate spreadsheets and folders but it’s becoming too much and I know there are better systems out there for organizing.

Great to organize expenses and income. also can track your mileage. 

If you’re spending all of your time managing your organizing paperwork, sorting through crazy amounts of bills and making sure you’re writing checks from the correct account, balancing dozens of checkbooks, life won’t be very fun.Then again, neither is getting your *** sued.