a chain is as strong as its weakest link.

I fear not a good idea at all.

Get windows 7 in 64 bit, a good CPU and lots of RAM.
Then keep it all "in house" or in "the box".
A render farm is OK, but finding the right balance, and eliminating "the weakest links", can get you gray hair VERY fast.

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"Do not drive faster then your angel can fly"!