@Jeffrey Davis I don't recall the exact podcast you're referring to, but it may have been @Brandon Hall's The Real Estate CPA .com, he has been a guest on the podcast a couple of times and his website fits the description.

Some people arrive without knowing how to use sit-down toilets, even, or else being offended by them, so they squat on top of the toilets, anyway, and that doesn't end well. 

Competition is high, but in reality, we're on a trajectory to look almost identical to Denver and Austin...i.e. everything in this city is sitting at 50% of value considering a 20-year hold = wealth.

I'm getting rid of the IRA either way, because my return would be much greater in real estate instead of letting it sit in my IRA...If I'm wrong, don't hesitate to tell me, I have thick skin.

All you're going to be able to get from a distance is a ballpark number, and I don't think you want to only be within 20-30%, that's too much money sitting precariously 'on the table'.

Most builders will have architects they’ve worked with in the past that they can recommend.If you’re local just go sit in the county’s building permit office for a few hours and you’ll see a handful of architects coming in and out with plan submissions or revisions that they need to have reviewed for permits.

As it sits, it could probably sell for $40k-$60k in the market right now, and after renovations would be worth $130k-$160k. 

I'd rather the place sit empty for a month while I find the perfect tenant than sitting occupied for several while I fight out an eviction. 

Hello everyone,I am looking for anyone in Colorado that has purchased a home that is sitting on a large piece of land.

Much of your fear is misplaced- insurance is there for a reason.If you are serious then scout out a property manager and sit down with them, let them explain what they can do and how much they can rent for.You are in a nice area, each year you hold onto the property you will get a little cash flow and some nice appreciation.