They allow a free demo period but the system does cost around $97/month.

Just in general Dave Ramsy's envelope system works good. 

@Stanley Kong  There are disclaimers on listings.. any item on a listing is subject to second party verification.I really like the big bold one on the Charleston SC MLS system" if square footage is important measure"  this clearly denotes sq. ft. is estimated if you want it exact you need to do your own measuringIn the foreclosure or distressed asset business some of the best deals are when the bank or seller mis states sq ft..

Basically, I build computer models of social systems.

@Leith CampbellCheck out the nearby members and network https://www.biggerpockets.com/meet, it will help you a lot to find partners that can help you out in investing.

- How is the school system in this area?

@Jay Hinrichs, I agree that there are a lot of things that can go wrong during a construction project, but I'm using a modular system of building, so we don't have all the headache of bad framing/roofing contractors, etc etc.I appreciate the input!

@Nathan MillerThere is a National system managed by the RCMP.  

Just don't let hype excite you into making poor decisions.You'll have a lot to learn, the lay of the land, the market, local customs and laws, first things first. 4 hours a week?

I am a Systems Engineer at an MSP in Tempe, AZ.