I would put money to work in an index family of index funds, you need to study how much risk you are willing to take, based on age, and do you need the money into the short term.I like Vanguard I understand the company. when you invest 500k or, more you can get a free advisor or very low fee with vanguard they can walk you through what to do based on what you tell them on risk tolerance.

I'm a study-learn-do kind of guy. 

Continue to study, research, ask questions, etc...but in the meantime, build relationships with those who can help you achieve your objective without causing any harm to the consumer. 

The home has been updated as we have lived here over the last 2 years.After studying BRRR, I'm not sure where to go with this.

Evan,My advice would be to keep reading and studying.

       :)2.) when you can ,refi the duplex or know when you can get the equity out of it for a second property when the time is right (BRRR method)3.) become clear on what the property,where the property may be  or next the investment will be, based upon your goals.4.) binge watch & listen to BP 5.) follow what "sounds " good to you6.) look for meet ups but local REIA's  can be disguised  to "sell programs " so be wary  ,but you can get value from them5.) study your area ,real estate market watch it and become familar with price and inventory 

Hello BP friends..I have studied REI for the past year and have decided that I would like to pursue PF's and dominate this stratigy first before moving to other ways of investing.As a beginner, I have found it very difficult to be successful in landing any deals, mainly because my leads are not strong at all.I have been door-knocking on PreForeclosures for the past few months and it has lead me nowhere.I have been cursed, yelled at, invited in for visits by seemingly lonely people, and listened to many rants about crooked banks, terrible family members, ex's , etc.

As a beginner I’ve studied up on what to do but I have no idea how to begin.

It's a 3 unit building, two 1 BR (One is the main house with a study and full size feel), and a 2 BR apartment.

Although i have studied their listings, most of their occupants are friends & family members.