For Jefferson County, I’d start by browsing listings on sites like Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com to get a feel for duplex prices and neighborhoods.Also, try connecting with local real estate agents who specialize in rentals or multi-family properties.

. - Start posting on your favorite social media site what you are looking for – not once or twice, but CONSISTENTLY for 6 months!

This is a great community for networking and getting helpful tips.

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.

Can you give me any tips for like the underwriting process and making sure that I do buy a good property? 

I would also like to find a brokerage to work with anyone have any tips on finding a brokerage.

Bigger Pockets has some amazing free resources, this is one of my new favorites is the FI guide: Real Estate Investing Data and How-to GuidesWishing you both the very best on your journey.

The most successful investors are disciplined, resourceful and have systems in place...all familiar features in the corporate manufacturing world. 

. - as well as developer driven urban infill projects - small apartment and condo buildings, duplexes, ADUs, site analysis studies, etc.

If anyone could provide some tips on our listing, I'd appreciate it.