Negotiating pay when I have been out of work - first time posting

I do not know whether to give a range or ask for theirs. I have been trying to stay organised about it. I also do not want to sell myself short. How do you research fairly?

Asking about the range for the role first worked for me. Some recruiters share it.

Check several sources for pay in Denver, then pick a range where the low end is one you can live with.