Getting a mortgage is out of the question because of my unemployment...I’d have to buy with cash.

I went to an event recently where they had a panel discussion featuring more seasoned investors, and their insight was incredibly valuable!

I'd like a few features that I'm having a hard time describing in search criteria. 

I like the search features: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search

@Melissa Jolley and @Matt 'Roar' Gardner sorry about that didn't know BP had an @feature lol.

Also, owner occupants wants features like granite counter tops and manicured laws that investors don't want since tenants do not care for them properly and rarely do they generate enough extra rent to make them worthwhile.So I don't see these two groups competing with each other frequently.  

"AUSTIN, Texas — A new concept debuting in Austin combines condo ownership and short-term renting with the city's first high-rise homesharing property.Unit owners will purchase one of the 249 hotel-licensed condos with the intention of listing their unit on the Airbnb platform or independently or through Natiivo management, a new brand by NGD Homesharing.The development planned for 48 East Avenue in the Rainey Street District will feature 33 floors of fully-amenitized and furnished studios, one-bedroom and two bedroom units.

I like the search features: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search

Back in RI when I would access a property on the county assessors office it would include the features of the house (number of bed/bath/rooms/fireplace/etc).

I have noticed that Rentec Direct is almost always cheaper no matter how many units you are managing, plus it has an accounting feature that can be synced up to quickbooks.