Freddie Mac homes, often referred to as "HomeSteps" properties, are foreclosed homes owned by Freddie Mac.

Would love some actual reference to data if you have it (not anecdotal). 

Sometimes too portfolios allow you to include lower valued properties that might not be eligible for regular DSCR lending. 

This setup allows for many different Housing Vouchers such as HOM INC, VASH, Regular S8, Rapid Rehousing, etc. etc. etc.

-Hanging my license as a referral agent: But then I can not write my own offers, only refer.

Any time I hear someone refer to "cold calling", I cringe as I put myself in the position of the person receiving the call or email and know that I will almost never buy/agree to anything from someone cold calling me.What I like to do when I'm in these situations, is try what I refer to as "warm calling".

I have seen some realtors who have used marketing targeted to 1031 investors as part of their regular outreach. 

I’m looking for a reference for new property in Denver area.

While this is regular due diligence, mistakes can be made when the market is hot and you have to move fast.

For reference I own exactly one handful (5) SFH  rentals in my hometown, all have been purchased in the last 4 years.1) buying at a discount is MY preferred way to reduce risk.