I am currently attending the University of Missouri, but I plan to work and reside in Kansas City following the completion of my degree. I obviously do not want to tie myself down in with a year-long investment proper...

Getting established as an agent is a long game which is why there is such a high turnover.

Or typically, are these fees covered by people who use BRRRR and renovate and establish equity in the property that pays off the down payment?

Of course there are a lot of factors, like: your systems in place, ability to purchase multiple properties fitting your established criteria, funds or loans available etc.  

Also be sure to check out any state regulations on holding auctions at this time. 

That allows you to keep 1 relationship established for all your insurance opposed to having multiple.Also, I suggest working with a broker who specializes in working with investors because they understand the investors mindset better than your person down the street.

We don't have a legally established maximum period of time.

You MUST establish and maintain principal residency in the property within 60 days for at least one year. 

Yep, using the calculators to analyze  Working on establishing a team.

At first it seems like so much, but as you really define and establish your goals, you'll figure out what content works best for you.