The physical beauty here is unmatched.I know the idea of living mortgage-free is exciting, but it's just not doable in an area like Colorado Springs (or Denver just to the north).

Feel free to call me or send me a message.

If you want to discuss in more detail feel free to reach out. 

You can take a million things for free on YouTube and here on BiggerPockets and listen to podcasts before spending money on something that won't get you anywhere quicker.

It takes much longer to evict and while they live rent-free you get nothing. 

if the property is valuable enough you might be able to get one to front the cost before accepting a deed.You might also find an investor willing to take the property for free if they can figure out a way to make some risk-free money.

ANR depends on individual properties and their amenities.Should you have any further questions, feel free to direct message me.

+1 to their recommendation above additionally, Before committing to any service, take advantage of free trials or demos to test out the features and functionality.

Unless you are doing all of the maintenance yourself, figure about 5k yearly for touching up paint, repairing misc. items the guests break, bikes, kayaks, BBQ grill, pool maintenance, lawn service, pest control, replace TV remotes every time someone checks out. 

Nine times in 10, the truth shall set you free, and real life contains sufficient true facts to make it work.