@Randall E Collins @Jay Hinrichs It looks like there IS contention overall, and won't be very profitable for either side unless we can forge some sort of a unicorn symbiotic relationship. 

William Collins Thanks for the response William.

@Collin Bryston AdamsDepends on what works for you for the area.

Interesting points raised in the comments section include: the strength and diversity of the region's economyGreat Recession of '08 barely made a dent in metro Denver housing prices and they recovered quicklythe disparity in prices between CO and the states where the influx of people keep coming from is too highWith regards to Fort Collins specifically, I would be tempted to add: the continuing expansion of CSU.

JOAN DICKIE Thank you, yes I will be at the same company that I've worked as a leasing agent as for the last two years.

The best like Fort Collins, CO are SUPER helpful and straightforward for doing a deep dive. 

@Neal Collins Correct me if I'm wrong but what I gathered from the OP was that he was looking for investment methods away from outside funding i.e.

@Collin H.

In case you don't wind up managing your own properties, I wanted to let you know that I've had very good success with remote property management in Fort Collins, CO.

@Collin ParodyThere are a handful of lenders that specialize in non-recourse loans and are familiar with IRS guidelines.