Just started the research phase and learn everything I can about this process before I make my first purchase. 

Looking forward to hearing how you all would handle this one so that I can see strong cash flow asap.

I am now summarizing the key points for managing rental properties to build my systems before launch ( I am strongly considering Rent-Redi software) but I am wondering how I would use this software for client's properties when collecting rent, holding deposits and the like.

Howdy @Jeff StevensonWhile I don't have experience yet with that specific strategy and do not know anything about your business organization, I also am just starting out and this is very similar but not exactly identical to advice I recently received from a qualified professional.Other things to consider,1.

What is a good starting place for an estimate to completely overhaul the interior of each 900 sq ft 3br/1ba unit as current tenants move out? 

But with the dollar being so strong I'm still tempted lol... 

Side note, I'm on my way to get my Real Estate License, just passed the exam and starting the interview process with different companies hoping to find the right one .

Start a new service?

I just started up with them, and I am wondering if I will make even one deal.  

If they put up any sort of resistance, that could be a cue to start digging a little deeper and documenting a bit more thoroughly (hence the doorbell camera coverage tip I put first - installing the cameras right away and then having the new lease conversation with the tenants afterward is very easy to frame as "I'm just a new owner putting some TLC into the property and doing my due diligence on the leases/tenants"; talking to your residents first, finding out they have extra people living there who aren't on the lease, and then installing cameras around the property could set you up for a very adversarial relationship with your inherited tenants).