You'll want to explore this with your accountant and see what side of the fence they are.What is more a concern to me is your plan to let the property sit for a couple of years and then move in. 

I do have a couple of properties, which are more cash-flow-heavy.

The key difference, though, was he spent months carefully getting to know the local architecs, reputable builders, and even a couple of niche design firms that specialize in modern builds for mid- to high-end buyers.

Hold a couple more years?

The rental market is strong due to students and digital nomads.Managing a couple of tenants would not be too hard but managing a dozen, on the other hand, would be a nightmare.I am a bit torn.

A couple of issues you need to be aware of are any ordinances that are in your town or coming up.

Might be able to connect you with a couple great wholesalers in Denver.

I have a question and would really appreciate your input.I’ve done a couple of fix-and-flip projects in the past using hard money lenders, but I’ve noticed that their fees and interest rates significantly cut into my profits.

Quote from @Shayan Sameer: I would reach out to a couple lenders see if you can get some competitive rates and also see about the points too that they are charging..

The committees have never said they'll require a specific form of evidence to show that you've rented the place for at least a couple of nights.