My question is if it's always better to purchase properties in cheaper market where it takes less capital and the rent to price percentage is easier to get above 1% or if it's worth investing in a city like Denver where it's very hard to get the rent/price ratio over 1% but the cost of the real estate increases much quicker than it does in other less desirable places to live?

That would be my play here, I think its a quicker way to scale.

if your a beginner highly unlikely your going to get Zero money down deals.. there will be some closing cost some cost involved.. you should work on some kish up front then go shopping.. nothing spells failure quicker than under funded.

Highly likely there is an interesting story behind the 1% conveyance.You'll need the LLC (by a duly authorized member, manager, someone with the express authority to convey -- review the corporate docs and Resolution) as well as the life tenant to sign off on any transfer.

When you do down payment requirements are only 3.5-5% allowing you to purchase quicker and often as you repeat the cycle. 21k should be ample depending on your avg price point and your objectives.

They only work in tax or resolution.

Yes, your paying them a fee but if they get units turned quicker, fill vacancies fast, keep tenants happy with quick service calls, etc. they are actually saving you money not costing you money.

They will get you making money quicker.

I can't imagine how much quicker my success would have came if BiggerPockets were around back then.

Some of the advantages I see are access to the MLS, ability to see properties quicker and make offers quicker, and the opportunity for continuing education.