Love to see so many strong opinions on this topic!

The "deal killer" name is for emphasis, but the five traits are the description.

I see lots of cabins for sale but I’m concerned if the market is strong.

.✅ Building strong relationships and partnerships.✅ Exploring creative ways to get deals done, even without a ton of upfront capital.I know that success in real estate is a team sport.

A strong agent who invests can help analyze deals, run comps, get rents, help you explore multiple investing strategies, strategize offers and negotiate best prices/concessions/ repairs. 

Longer lead times I get alot of intern inquiries which can be fine but income wise they aren't as strong a candidate.  

Denver is a strong market with solid appreciation and plenty of opportunities, especially for strategies like house hacking and the BRRRR method.Your plan to start with FHA and house hacking is a great way to get your feet wet.

It’s entirely possible to operate with integrity, provide real value, and still earn a strong income.

These can sometimes have more flexible terms than standard construction loans, especially if you can demonstrate strong income through your bank statements.

Best Buy also seems like a strong bet, but they only sell single-game machines.