Besides reading and listening to podcasts, my wife and I attend a local real estate investor meetup that has been extremely beneficial. 

Attendance had gotten pretty low for a while so I don't know if it's been revived or not.

One thing you definitely want to do since you've got a bit of a runway would be to use part of the 1031 to purchase a really nice investment property (maybe in Denver). 

. - Has accumulated tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars- Has a thesis to purchase extremely distressed office buildings in urban locations, get them re-occupied, self-manage and work in and on the buildings to get them re-rented, preferably Denver.

You may be able to help with this @Denver McClure

Attend seminars, join online forums, and read up on the latest market trends to stay informed.Remember, real estate investing is not without its challenges.

@Ryan WasherHey everyone, I'd be interested in attending an in-person or virtual meet up also.

You're off to a great start by educating yourself and planning to attend meetups—that’s where the magic happens!

Attend in person networking events in your area (there are many in and around Vancouver). 

I would recommend reaching out to @Denver McClure as he may be able to help with a non-conventional loan