Contrary to what both faces of the media say - they try and stir the pot and over exaggerate everything.

I'm in Denver as well and always love to chat about RE and how we could help each other out. Let's

Do understand that you will have to pay mortgage insurance and the rate will be much higher then if you put down 20% or more. https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/media/20786/display

Also, are there any social media websites with groups that I could network with that highlight investors & wholesalers? 

These syndication educators teach you underwriting, give you lists of brokers, recommend you increase your social media visibility and are provided techniques and tools to raise capital.

You are watching too much content on social media.

not sure how far along in this project you are, but Building Materials Outlet (BMO) in eagan is the go to place for construction supplies like cabinets, flooring, etc.Hope that helps

Social media is a double edged sword, that I don't think a lot of syndicators fully understood when tapping into it.  

Become a syndication Co-GP by lending the escrow funds for the true GP where you receive 1% of the GP share of project upside, then create website and social media marketing materials where you hold yourself out as THE GP for the syndication.5.

A few personal favorites are Facebook Market, Homegoods, Wayfair (for certain items and materials), Rooms to go. local furniture/cosignment stores, CB2 outlet.