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. 

I’ll be sure to put 6 panel doors, recessed lighting, vibrant gray colors, SS appliances, and a microwave in my next flip.

It's not like that for normal homeowners or typical investors.

But it's not protected under the Federal Fair Housing Act.Here's a link to what's protected under the Federal Fair Housing Act:RaceColorNational OriginReligionSexFamilial StatusDisability   Even apartments.com's own Terms of Service don't seem to prohibit what you posted (again, as long as you didn't reference source of income):Compliance with Fair Housing LawsAll Content is subject to federal fair housing laws, which make it illegal to indicate in any advertisement any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, and/or familial status.

Loop-net is typically a waste of time.

Subsequent question: For anyone who does receommend notifying the tenants, how do you typically do this? 

The utilities are water and sewer based which, if I understand correctly, are typically paid by the owner because they can become liens against the house if unpaid?

Welcome to BP @Ryley White. 

Hi BPI’m wondering how much do you typically pay your bookkeeper?

A registered agent isn't typically a LLC member/owner.