That way, you know that they at least speak your language since they're a premier agent on this platform.

What can happen is PMC 2 charge you 4%, but when an offer comes in they may have to negotiate with you to include the other agent's commission in the sales price, which may cost you depending on what the property appraises for.

Just because some fellow investor includes it on her or his log, does not mean it flies - unless this investor was audited and won.

This would include money normally budgeted for a traditional loan payment + money simply not needed (positive cash-flow).  

Several of us, myself included, were referred by Norada (Marco Santarelli).

It seems like there's an issue at least once a month that I must pay for, on top of trying to budget to fix several leaks (roof included), radiator not working, no shower in one unit, etc.

By this point, they will have already thought about what might happen if you leave, including the need to turn over the unit and find a new renter.

This will be a gateway question.

Will this be a more lucrative long term move than just buying an existing duplex or is this needlessly complicatedThanks It's needlessly complicated.

In PA, where I am licensed, you must choose whether or not you want to include an appraisal contingency as a buyer.