Some like rate buydowns and free PM solve for the biggest problems in todays market.Best of luck on your search, connect with me if you need more help.

no reason to go out of state when you have the metros you mentioned close by. 

We just gave our tenants notice that we are planning to move into the rental they are leasing from us.  The lease expires March 31.  This gives only 56 days of notice, we just realized the bill requires 90 days notice...

While I will still lose money on it in the long run, I'm at least breaking even on it monthly and no longer have the headache of it. 

That will likely make the biggest difference on if it cash flows or not.

No one wants to put in the effort, work, time and money, into a healthy habit or - for real estate - into a solid asset.

The biggest reason I would advocate for mixed use is for the reasons you mentioned, the leases are longer, but also the general "issues" around tenants on the residential side don't come into play as much or at all. 

I’ve never done a short sale before, so I want to make sure I’m not missing anything important.For those who have bought short sales before:1️⃣ What are the biggest risks I should be aware of?

However, and I don't know anything about AirBnB in Denver, but my biggest concern for this project is the ability to consistently rent the basement for $1,800. 

Now, under Risk Rating 2.0:- Premium Calculation: Flood zones no longer directly impact the price of flood insurance.