I would prefer to buy something local to the Longmont CO area, but there are limited options, so I am open to out of state investing, but concerned about managing it.

Check local laws to see what you can do.

If I had a strong local team I’m considering the BRRRR method but considering I’m so far away I would really need a solid team. 

The only item I ever look at financials for is confirmation on who is paying utilities and what those are costing, if LL responsible, and even this can often be found with a quick call to the local utility and a question to the seller or listing agent about who's responsible for utilities.b) re-trading a deal is only frowned upon if you are re-trading on the smallest discrepancy.  

Unless both the circuit breaker for the heater and the local disconnect are locked inside an "Authorized Personnel Only" area, the tenant(s) can always shut the heat off.

We have local ones so there might be one in your area

Check with your local real estate investment club to see who people use for hard money.

I invest locally in Columbus and Cleveland.

CA only, it's on BLS,  local "news" has been talking about it too.

Search online for local real estate investor meet ups to attend.3.