I own one half, 3 bed 3 bath, and I’m currently living in and renovating it with plans to rent down the line.

Denver is very expensive for a new guy who doesn't have loads of capital so a market like Missouri for example is intriguing for far cheaper real estate but then Id either have to move, improve the property remotely or simply buy and hold as a rental for X time. 

I weigh more on making 3x rent and having great rental history of on time payments with no evictions, no lease violations or violent criminal history.

If there's enough duplexes that it's likely you find one you like in a reasonable amount of time (less than a year), then start looking at them in your preferred area.

If you spend time learning how to manage well, your income will increase, you'll save time, and you'll maintain your sanity with the courage to expand.

First time investor here, please bare with me!

Home warranty programs charge a trip fee every time you file a claim, and they use that fee to compensate the vendor.

Albeit a part time one.

I'm looking to purchase my first property with my fiancé (both 25) with the goal being to establish our primary residence together, as well as giving me the opportunity to add equity/value via rehab before moving on a...

I noticed that the previous owner let them pay half the security deposit and the other half later, which is a red flag.