Being a native from Colorado but traveling around I can see the current trends and social change going on in Denver and I gotta say I am really excited to see where its going to be!

Check the Social Security Death Index.

Is it crucial to have a copy of the cosigner's social security card and/or a federal issued photo ID such as a drivers license, passport, etc.?

People have no social skills these days.

I probably have skewed social circles, but every time I tell someone I’m selling they presume I’m trading up to a bigger more expensive house.

Social media, networking events in your area, Craigslist ads and talk about it to whoever will listen.Here's an example of a Craigslist ad I've ran...Title: Handyman Special!

But you will need to have it under contract first so you will need to use your social engineering skills aka confidence to do that.p.s I have done plenty of deals where I only put down $10 and some where I didn't put down anything.

I am:- handy and can assist with the renovations- analytical and could help run comps, make projections, book keep etc- web savvy and could help spiff up their website and create more of a social media presence (BP, twitter, youtube, fb, slideshare)- driven to learn and grow as a person and investor- willing to freely give up to 20 hours of my time a week with the right fit (currently working full time at Lowes)They asked for a cover letter and resume.

Has anyone used social media to find scouters?

You will withhold the same amounts of Social Security and Medicare as an employer.