We also have 200 photos of the home prior to move in so we can clearly show the damage we are charging for was not there upon movein. 

The goal is to automate the process for both tenant and landlord. 

My goal is to network and sponge as much as information as possible.

Ic not, he needs to read them or hire an attorney.Here in FL a contractor not in direct contract with an owner (the PM Might be considered an agent of the owner in TX) must submit a Notice To Owner form to the owner within 45 days of Beginning the work, and file any Mechanics Lien within 90 days of completing the work, along with s Demand letter 10 days prior to filing the lien.

(If you’re living in half, generally the goal is to pay about 2/3 of your mortgage with the other side’s income.

I've determined that real-estate is my ticket to achieve my goal and I intend to reach it.

Given the same dual purpose goal what would you suggest I do about appliances?

If you've already looked into that and the deals are still not able to cash flow immediately (which seems like your goal) then I might suggest learning a bit about investing from a distance. 

Set specific goals both short term and long term3.

The pre-moveout inspection is an opportunity for the landlord to list any items (beyond normal wear and tear, ie holes in the wall, stained carpeting, broken blinds, missing or cracked switch plate covers, etc.) that must be repaired or cleaned prior to move out.