It took me about 6 months to build this operation from scratch, because I had to make adjustments on the criteria I wanted apply in each of the verticals (I ended up with 9 channels), figure out how to get this info in the first place, then put in procedures to automate this process somehow (I started off with hiring VAs overseas, which in itself is a learning process, and now with the help of my IT friend who has partnered up with me, is in the process of automating the data extraction process using AI/machine learning). 

I think multifamily is one of the best vehicles for passive income, tax benefits and growing wealth, but my why was to create a lifestyle that supported my business.A strong why will counteract any bumps in the road, in my case, some pretty big pot holes.  

Beyond financing this deal, better credit will save you on insurance costs among other benefits. 

If so should it be done as 2 LLCs for the best tax benefits for the two of us? 

So you don't really need a realtor to write the offers for you although im not sure the benefits of doing that since you don't pay any commission as a buyer.There are multiple ways to get access to the mls.

The benefit to this was—I was able to purchase cheaply, and put more money towards some interesting renovations that boosted the home value, and made for some awesome perks for my future tenants. 

Anyone know is there is link/video/tutorial/webinar etc that can walk me through the PRO benefit and how to access and use the benefits.

One of the fastest appreciating markets has a minus 11% adjustment?

As for ARV105k PP16K Reno labor, materials, appliances7K holding cost (HOA, Mort, RE taxes)128K all inI came up with 175K based on another property for sale 159k and made adjustments for improvements I made that they do not have.  

He is the one that benefits from not using a realtor, not you.