A couple of people created what they needed using a water meter with a pulse output and some small circuitry that somehow connects online.

Their goal is to put you and most people reading BP out of business. 

I would network with contractors out in your area, or you can find people online (VAs).

They have a revolving door of people. 2 months down the road and no one know you and what they promised.

While this isn't common, I have know people that bought their first rental and when tenant moved out, had caused close to $20k in damages and skipped town after one year of living in place.  

A lot of people put off getting into real estate because they don't have the money. 

What about people that have been using RUBS?

You will be dealing with a bunch of people who want to see a return.

Going to look into the people you mentioned while I am at work tomorrow, can’t wait till next year comes, can only be so prepared for it though haha 

As you write checks and make deposits your income tax return is preparing itself.At the end of the tax year print a simple Profit and Loss report for the time period and hand it to your bookkeeper or CPAYou still need to keep receipts for seven years or so but the works does itself as you write and code each check.Even if you file as an LLC, Partnership or corporation your CPA will thank you.