I get an independent opinion on repairs needed versus the locals who know this is my first rodeo. 

My second year was probably like most people's first year as I attempted to be a more independent agent, but not entirely so either since I already had a history of sales from my first year.

Joe J.I know there are a lot of RE agents that want to invest or would like to have an independent business.

@Susan JojolaAre they independent units with separate entrances, kitchens, bathrooms?  

Most likely (at least with my bank), we will get out credit provider to do an independent verification with lender B.

Hi All,I've been listening to bigger pockets for a couple of months now after learning more about Financial Independence and realizing I don't want to work full time for the next 30 years.I'm currently living in Chandler AZ which is a suburb of Phoenix.My current goals are researching house hacking opportunities and getting my first property.

Regardless if it's them, Re/Max, Keller Williams, or any other big name firm, each office is independently owned, therefore are very different in the way they do things.

*IF* you have separate meters, then each will be billed independently. 

If you want to do FIRE (financial independence retire early) then I would say bad idea.

They are a west coast company but their model is seems regionally independent from what I can tell.