I have been interested in real estate investment since my 20's, although at the time, I thought it was just for a select few (wealthy) which had discouraged me.

If applicants are paying $25/adult (or more) to apply and you have a-priori decided that they're in the first 37% (and therefore have zero chance of being selected), you might be running afoul of local laws.

I sometimes approve people on the spot after I check their rental and criminal history on my phone.I usually avoid carpet because it usually doesn't last long inside a rental.If the house isn't rented after a couple of months and there has been little or no interest, you will probably have to lower the price.

We do this also but only in select areas where we are close to the property.

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In your opinion, what are good spots around Denver currently (be it for rent or appreciation)?

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Doesn't seem like it is in a good spot to change zoning to residential, and not sure why you'd want to do that, as a live/work unit seems like it would bring in higher dollars.