So with real estate being the BEST hedge against inflation that means it MOST accurately dollar for dollar moves UP in price with inflation.

Quote from @Diana Mulvihill: I think "soaking tub" is a more accurate term.

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.

Quote from @Isadore Nelson:Not sure anyone can actually accurately answer your question about redemptions.As @Scott Mac mentioned, I am not sure that data exists or if it does, that it is easy to find.I would guess in tax lien states, redemptions are common.I would guess in tax deed states, redemptions are rare.I can tell you my experience in Texas is that very few redeem. 

Another lesson I learned was to have a more concrete scope of work to help create a more accurate budget and to add a buffer in the plan for things that come up that are unexpected.

Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Is that accurate thinking?

Consulting a tax professional can help ensure accurate reporting.

If you can find someone who has TLO to do your traces its worth the money, they are incredibly accurate.

@Shaun BeckRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.