After approximately 8 months with both of us working full time and with the funds from our house, we had enough saved up to finally close on 2 properties in downtown Denver (we actually built these on foreclosed land, probably more suitable for another post).

I was wondering, do you only approach the deals you would actually be interested in?

The rule is actually that you have 180 days or until the date of your next tax filing.  

Hi I'm working on a project and I need to have a physical survey conducted where they actually mark and map the property.  

We are actually leaning toward the condo now as it has a cheaper entry price, thus we would conserve cash for the next property.

Too often I see realtors that are great at selling and evaluating investments but don't actually invest themselves. 

perhaps your county is small enough, and it happens pretty seldom to the point that they dont bother keeping an actual 'running' list of them. 

What should I be researching and concerning myself with to make this plan actually happen?

I spoke with my refinance contact that I have worked with in the past and I am actually considering pulling out enough cash to finish fixing these units up and maybe even a little extra for a potential down payment on another unit.

I would try to get an actually mortgage if you plan on holding the home.