I do plan on speaking with a tax accountant in the near future to discuss some of these topics but I figured I would reach out to the Bigger Pockets community first.

Good discussion!    

I know Ive had many discussions with the agent ive been working with, and shes been telling me banks are starting to come in and do minor rehabs, throwing the properties up for sale for just bellow market value.

The pricing comparison on rents for these posh units discussed in the article and B/C rents is not even in the same ballpark.

I would be happy to discuss Colorado so feel free to Call or email me directly. 

To start off I'm thinking about wholesaling properties to other investors and then after I obtain some capitalstart flipping and buying rentals.

I never was inclined to pursue wholesaling but was intrigued by how much it is discussed.

.,  You will need a business license ( free of charge) before you can obtain a rental license. 

Networking is the best way to connect and obtain some good deals.

Also, obtain copies of the current lease agreements, as you will need to honor them until they expire, unless you are able to negotiate a mutual agreement with the tenants to transition over to your rental agreement sooner.