Not a physical asset:   I believe in Capitalism. 

She basically has anxiety about thoughts of having to deal with tenant and repair nightmares to the point of where she thinks it would take a mental and physical toll on health and so understandably has massive aversion to the idea.

On that note if there are any experienced investors in the Denver area who wouldnt mind helping me/mentoring me getting started out that would be greatly appreciated.I am willing to trade off physical labor, errand running, etc for more knowledge and mentorship.Other than that I will continue to read and be active here and elsewhere.

Physical Condition.

Too often people choose to buy in their own area just because it is physically close despite the return.

But, eventually, someone is going to have to physically view the property.

All of the methods sound really exciting, but I can't help but feel this invisible hurdle of self-doubt that is holding me back from physically trying to acquire a property. 

Remember you can manage it without having to do any of the physical repaire work.

If it were to be a 50/50 split-yes-I wouldnt make as much if I didnt partner, but I also wouldnt have to do the physical work that would take time away from my job while I can still reap the profits of the flips.

There's a great BP community around Tacoma, we got a great chance to get together last week, and hopefully will build a stronger community in the physical world.