There is special software but it may work with an ordinary scanner.

I'm at work :)Look into: Keywords, Podcasts, monitor interested topics, read lots of blogs, follow and eventually colleague request individuals of interest.

What are some must have programs/softwares that real estate investors/agents/developers should be using?

Mike Butler (Landlording on Autopilot) has a property management software system that integrates with QuickBooks.

Thanks Robert,I am a software developer by trade.

Friends,does anyone recommend any particular software product to evaluate wholesale deals?

I have heard that they are not a good idea because you are too far removed from being able to monitor the property manager and get to know the area you are investing in.

I use good software to keep the books and records.What structure is recommended for managing 100 units or less?

In my opinion the quality aspect of this decision is not on the card print quality but more so the quality of the content and the "quality" of the distribution area.When canvassing with postcards my most successful card was always a black and white basic card targeted at that specific unit type with a basic message of "I would like to buy your house, please call Mark on XXX" Im not suggesting using this exact card but there is so much spam going through doors from pizza places that a colorful card can be mistaken for something else.I would try 3/4 test runs of different cards, monitor the success and go with that.Hope this helps.

I understanding your concern with losing control of the deal, but I'd be the one doing all the leg work, so I'd be able to monitor everything as I go.