I'm looking to sink some money into the kitchens and bathrooms to upgrade and wanted to see if anyone can recommend a reliable crew of contractors you've worked with who can meet me that weekend to go over the scope of the project for an estimate.

I recommend that you try to ask questions and show genuine interest with the property, you'll most likely get the answers you want that way. 

I'm looking forward to all of the advice, recommendations, suggestions and future meetups!

That is why I recommended those.

Lastly, what is your recommended self managing software for leasing/screening, maintenance, etc? 

I'd also recommend looking into "driving for dollars".I love your mindset of not wanting to do it with "gimmicks".

Recommend searching for them and reading the reviews

If anyone has any recommendations please send them my way. 

You're better off contracting with a CPA for your taxes and seeing if they also offer bookkeeping services or can recommend a reputable bookkeeper as well.

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