Right now I am looking into a property to rent out Its few steps from University.

I feel that is the next step in my evolution as a real estate investor. 

The first step towards getting your first deal is researching and networking, which you are obviously already doing by joining BP.

Our initial plan is to flip a couple of houses for proof of concept and then try to work in a mix of flips and BRRR's .  

Initially I was looking at duplexes but the numbers did not make sense for me to pursue that.

Accept that, then do what you must to get what you want.You seem to still be at step 1 my friend.  

It builds on itself step by step.

I did an initial walk through of the vacant unit and on the surface, it definitely needs to be updated.

I don't see any incentive for a realtor to run multiple CMA's for us on a weekly basis, if we are not using them to buy the properties because we are working directly with the homeowners and our cash buyers.I'm sure I'm missing a step or perhaps I misunderstood some aspect of running the numbers.I was under the impression (from our training) that Realtors would have no problem running comparable if we just ask them...but I just don't see why they would spend their time running comparables if they aren't getting compensated.So I'm hoping some investor friendly realtors (preferably in Topeka or Kansas City) can help clarify and answer this question for me.  

From my research, it is true in most states unless you give the tenants full disclosure beforehand and have their consent in writing or on the lease rules and initialed.