Newbie Intro in Denver Metro

[Diane Ben]

Hi,

Bought our first rental property in March and have been quietly reading and listening to all the great resources on BiggerPockets. I figured it was time to introduce myself. My hubby and I live in Arvada, CO, originally from Chicago (Go Cubbies). We bought a duplex in Englewood and have been managing it ourselves. Would love to connect with other investors and learn more as we look to grow our portfolio in the next 1-2 years. 

Thanks for having me! 
Diane 

[Melissa Justice]

@Diane Ben,

Welcome, Diane! Congrats on your first rental - that’s a huge milestone. Managing a duplex yourself is a great way to learn the ins and outs of real estate investing firsthand.

Since you’re looking to grow your portfolio in the next 1–2 years, a couple of tips from other investors:

Networking: Connecting with local investors in Colorado can help you find deals, lenders, and property managers when you’re ready to scale.

Out-of-state opportunities: If cash flow in your area is tight, some investors look at turnkey rentals in the Midwest or Southeast. These can come pre-leased with property management in place, so you start earning income immediately without the day-to-day hassle.

Keep learning: BiggerPockets resources are gold, but also consider local meetups or online masterminds where you can ask questions about specific markets and strategies.

You’re off to a strong start! Excited for your journey and happy to connect if you want to swap ideas or strategies. Best of luck!