Practice Pitching: Sellers may not be familiar with subject-to deals.

My most trusted and often used contractor who lives in the area, and is practically a friend is the emergency contact.   

If you're open to expanding your search, I also recommend checking Columbus OH - lots of deals that still bring positive cash flow and great appreciation potential.

I am realizing some of the gaps in my book knowledge and the practical knowledge required to see a deal all the way through.

There is a lot you need to learn in order to make this strategy work and a lot of ways you can potentially stumble.

I don't know, it sounds kind of weird but my friend is kind of freaking out about potential liability since the lien was literally placed on the house essentially hours before closing.This is being made all too complicated.  

Also, you could also hang out at some local ice rinks where people take their kids to hockey practice!

We fully renovated both units, improving the property’s value and rental potential.

I was drawn to real estate as a way of investing money I have saved up (around $130K with additional funds to leverage out of a 401K if needed), and potentially creating reliable cash flow over the next 10 years. 

The properties are well located in Denver with value add potential and all rents are currently well below market.