There are some instances where the liens are not wiped out. 

For instance, in Jefferson County, KY, most Absentee owners have homes valued between $50 and 200,000. 

I've rented in NYC and Brooklyn over the past 6 years and have successfully negotiated down rent in almost every instance. 

Yes, there are instances where a loan may be assumed but I am unaware of any change that allows us to use our benefit for an investment property.If you are on active duty the UCMJ is going to be much more harsh that the typical slap on the wrist civilians get for what is essentially bank fraud.     

Typically, at least at my bank, they are going to want to see you put the cash in anyway, regardless of the seller hold back, so in this instance the 250k would just be a second mortgage, the bank would still be in first position on the loan, and still want you to put in 375k...Again, this is all depending on the bank so not every bank is the same. 

For instance the cost of insurance there is super cheap compared to where I am.

For instance, this particular property has an antique range that I'm positive I can't get parts for.

For instance do you pay the entirety of the rental price and after rely on your marketing to fill the space with short term rentals? 

in many instances I would be funding 5 to 6 competitors in one city.. talk about having to work in a confessional

Maybe I am not famous enough.