As a green investor, it seems a little "too good to be true."

And it is true we do get a special pricing from the vendor...net it's probably nearly a wash, but overall makes the managing of the project smoother..so that is the benefit to the client in not contracting separately.So this comes down to you understanding the charges and the amount of the surcharge, and the PM demonstrating that they provide value for you by doing this. 

Is it true that you are required to have a real estate license in order to assign contracts ?

Is that true?

So then it's just a matter of verifying it's all true.  

It's true as there is a shortage of rental inventory.

What is your technique to get an answer to the question when the decision maker, gatekeeper, and/or influencer refuses to answer question?

@Ronald Allen Barney Yes, true.

Since that's not true in your case I'd say it's a viable option IF you enjoy the process.

Hey BP,I am struggling to figure out how to develop the best strategy to find and build relationships with true private money lenders.