I have a few friends that do MTRs in the Denver area and they are doing well. 

(Especially a 2-4 unit.)Do they have friends/relatives/co-workers that would rent rooms from them if they bought a property to show more income?

My experience with friends/some clients is get their numbers via whatever method you can and reach out via the phone.

I stayed in touch with all of my investors who bought off of me to see how well they did and my biggest joy was when they returned to buy more or told their friends about me and what I do! 

Borrowed money from friends and family to pay cash for the property as the bank would not finance it until it had been remodeled, made livable, and brought up to code.

I rented out the additional bedrooms to friends and family, charging them well below market, and sold when it was time for my wife and I to start our own adventures.

:) Would love to make some connections/friends here! 

The fear of renting while out of town is common, but it's easy to overcome, especially when you have friends and a handyman.

Maybe a family member or close friend?

I’m searching for an investor-friendly carpenter and plumber.