Technically speaking a buyer and a seller being in a dispute on what happens with their earnest money isn't something that would prevent the seller from entering into another contract and selling their property to a different buyer. 

I've never heard the 25% thing before, but any difference between FMV and sales price would technically be considered a "gift" with potential tax implications for your parents.You can avoid most seller costs as there's no reason to use agents in this case.As an FYI: I always recommend avoiding a FHA loan, if you qualify for a low-down payment conventional loan.

Then you have someone who understands the investors goals well and the technical experts really working together effectively. 

Guests staying at a discount, technically called "below market rate" is ALSO personal use!

Lastly, while Section 8 tenants can technically apply to any home, it has to be approved for the program, and not every property is eligible.

Staffing a brokerage via W2, go for it.

But it is technically illegal to do so.

and technically who am I representing??

Some general tips in that same vein are to make your content likable, relatable and shareable.One technical piece of advice I'll pass along is that audio quality is more important than fancy video quality. 

There was also a failing retaining wall in the rear of the property that completely blocked natural light form a handful of houses, and was technically on the property line and a shared responsibility.