I made my choice based on tech industry job prospects, and suggestions from friends that it was a great city.

Househacking with roommates even at inflated costs will be cheaper than my other option which would be renting an apartment while I wait for houses to drop.It it smart to buy when prices are high and expect to refinance 5-6 months down the line?

A true win-win here.If you’ve been thinking about:building a web site for your STRresearching some automation tools like channel managersresearching some new markets or propertiesresearching some new tech to make your house a "smart home"renovating or redecorating your houseor anything else under the sun.........These tasks are easily outsourced inexpensively to others, and there’s never been a better time for this in your lifetime (or your parents’ lifetime, or your grandparents’ lifetime, or your great-grandparents’ lifetime…)Might as well help someone else feed their family while moving your business forward...

Because I wasn't a Member, the Listing Broker could negotiate a different Buyer Side Commission than what was privately put into their MLS of choice.

You do not have a choice in the matter. 

Buy a few different ones and rotate them around when needed.You can also get the kwikset smart locksets that can be rekeyed with the original key and a special tool that comes with the locks.

My state game and fish department got smart and cut off sales of fishing licenses to out of state fishermen. 

You are so smart to do your due diligence and to let those with experience in the Bigger Pockets community weigh in.

“True intelligence is an ability to clearly see another’s point of view without having to accept it” - some smart person Good Luck!

Done deal.3) If a Member passed away their heirs have the choice to 'cash out' using the above formula, OR they can stay in and be a silent partner, their choice.