They paid their portion of the rent.I have found a lot of investors bring their personal or political feelings into the investing conversation. 

We're based in Tampa and, in addition to personally investing, I own a mortgage company that provides financing for tons of investors.

Whether the seller was open to a buyer commission or not, I wouldn't put an additional cost into any personal purchase.  

Are you interested in S8 because of a personal reason or you think it's the next "hot" investment idea?

I 100% agree with the intent aspect and that is an important premise, but the fact is in this particular situation intent for it to be personal use has been confirmed (by way of a public post).

If a person benefits from a product they sell it’s only natural if they promote what is perceived as a benefit even if the quoted benefits are not automatic or even a given. 

I've personally driven this neighborhood and was amazed at how nice and clean it is.

Initially I didn't have a personal connection to the area and didn't know much about the city.

It also gives you multiple work surfaces so you can have more than one person in the kitchen without getting in each others' way.

Welcome to Bigger Pockets @Joshua KeimAs a fellow Memphis native, I’d love the opportunity to connect in person and discuss strategies with you!