Going direct saves you and the seller money, giving you a lower cost to entry which helps all your numbers, but you have to put in the extra work to find that deal.

One more tip hit town homes and condo communities in the area.

This will get you 90% of the way there and should be sufficient.It works the same in a saturated area, it's just more to sort through.You are aware that STRs in Denver are allowed only in certain zones and you must live onsite?

I’ve always felt that if I find a property in an area where "I’d want to live," is usually a good sign, but I’m curious how you go about underwriting a deal.I’m in Phoenix, and I’ve been looking at the surrounding cities too.

Quote from @Frank Alfano: Thanks, Amir—this is incredibly helpful feedback!

This 1031 Exchange Calculator can help you model out the taxable proceeds based on various situations. 

Purchased my 1st rental property last year in Cleveland, a 2unit MFH with 10beds between the 2 units. 

Hello,I’m preparing to sell a 550sqft geodesic dome located in Eureka Springs.

I’m willing to put in the time and effort to learn and grow in this industry, but I could really use some guidance on where to start.

Since this is something that is best done with a team of experts that know a lot more than I do I am putting this request with help from the bigger pockets community to get me started on my road to success.