If you want to invest in the future, you want to make sure that your financial life is under control and transparent.

The NAR Settlement doesn't mean buyer agents won't get paid, it just means they need to be more transparent about it.Like others have said, your best bet to purchase with lower fees and overall better price is to prospect and find motivated sellers.

Make sure you are very up front and transparent about the transaction and your intentions.  

If the lender contests the funds release and don't choose to release the escrow funds back to you, it can get tied up in litigation and after 3 years will be surrendered to the state by the title company.Your best bet is to go with a legitimate company that will be up front and transparent with you about the terms and costs before you are already committed.Seems like everyone is telling you the exact same thing so I really do hope you make the right decision here.

However, be transparent that there’s pet fees (if you want to charge extra for pets).  

Funny how some of the people with problems don't want to be transparent and open (sarcasm).

By vetting all adult occupants, you can have a clearer picture of who is living in your property and establish a sense of responsibility.Compliance and Transparency: Having everyone fill out an application ensures compliance with housing regulations and avoids any legal gray areas.

2) Legal - I know licensed agents have a fiduciary responsibility (which is why I want to be transparent with the options and provide accurate numbers) but I want to make sure I don't expose myself to any legal issues down the road.

At the end of the day we choose to be transparent with our costs and they are costs of doing business to provide opportunities (that are again very hard to come by). 

Good luck I appreciate the transparency, thank you Dan!