It's a small step to "unlocking" more real estate and more transaction volume.

I don't understand enough about it to know if them stocking up on single-family and small multi-family properties in the Denver area, at the current prices, is a good initial play that will hold up.

With some cleaning up and small renovation you can get up to $2000 per unit.

That's the first step, just start with any small action and keep learning, and stay connected and again highly recommend the local real estate meetings. 

They start small, usually with single family or duplexes before expanding.

If your building value is only $100k that’s small annual depreciation vs a $1M building.

The learning curve can be steep, but it’s also the most exciting part, especially if you’ve got someone who’s been through it and can help you make sense of the chaos.If you’re thinking about starting small, maybe a single-family rental just to dip your toes, that could be a great intro.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a comprehensive guide to writing a business plan, which includes templates and examples that can help you get startedFor your marketing plan, consider identifying your target market, setting clear marketing objectives, and outlining your strategies for reaching potential tenants or buyers. 

I've done this with my properties because I'm well known in my small town and don't want people to know what I own.LEGAL PROTECTION: By placing your assets in an LLC, you are legally separating them from your personal assets.

I used to pay a professional bookkeeper to manage the books for our small portfolio.