But if you did the property up right with killer design and great amenities -- I'm picturing cool wallpaper, a game room, boho/modern furniture and a hot tub -- I can see a place here doing well as an affordable Airbnb/STR option just 10 minutes to downtown Denver.

I appreciate your plan to do 1031 and get back into the game.

I am taking your advise, and switched my game plan to include a local agent or property manager to show the properties. 

Suggest you go to their site, there is approx 7 videos for you to watch to see if you want to go to the next step. 

Wholesaling is a tough game out here but if you are interested I can connect you with someone who can lay it all out for you. 

The fact that you evaluated whether to sell or do a cash-out refi shows you’re playing a long game and keeping your options open.

I know many of us didn't get into this game until later in life so my hat's off to you.

I’m sure video will follow once better base models release, maybe even this year.Third is your existing P&Ls.

Can anyone recommend any sites, courses, videos, or books to purchase so I can prepare for the test?

Someone out there must study those submarkets pretty heavily and can explain how housing stock has changed or not changed month over month the last few months...I dove into the propaganda video that's making the rounds.