I also have very favorable private financing on this property and probably have approx. 45% equity in the property.

I would also keep in mind that sellers don't usually favor buyers with FHA loans over conventional loans, especially in a hot market with plenty of cash buyers. 

I also think there is potential in Edgewater and Wheat Ridge (a little bit sleepier for some reason, but they just added a big food hall).I'd also look at E Colfax due to the city's East Area Plan and the Denver Opportunity Zones (specific low-income urban and rural communities areas identified for favorable treatment of reinvested capital gains and forgiveness of tax on new capital gains)

Ok, I'm fired up for you. 8-) You want to position yourself favorably in this whole thing.

Which worked in my favor) Do your due diligence and you should be fine.

Always have them sign your contract, don’t sign their proposal - they throw favorable terms for themselves onto their proposals.

Keep in mind that you did create yourself a digital "foot print" by posting this question...I kind of think the appraiser did you a favor.

Most will provide the spreadsheet they use for this to enable you to evaluate potential deals.The lender will also look at the property and your rehab budget to ensure it aligns with reality.Aunt Agnes will provide no such services.There are never any guarantees but a good private/hml should help you tilt the odds in your favor.

By definition a seller's market is one in which prices and conditions are more favorable to sellers, meaning prices are higher. 

Whether that entails a simple thank you or possibly a returning of the favor it will go a long way.I find it frustrating when people need/want something from you they will absolutely blow up your phone.