B2C arbitrage: hire convenience workers (weekly cleaners, landscapers, etc at discounted rates to take away the duties these individuals will be willing to collectively sacrifice a $10 bucks a month for.

You'll burn up those 'savings' 5 times over in just one replacement in labor costs to replace in the short lifespan of the discount brands.

My GC has offered to discount his fee and taxes if I pay in cash.

I believe they may offer a discount for Pro members.

Every investor has different risk levels and investment strategies.There are thousands of BP posts disputing the power of appreciation.Calling all value investing "speculative" because it meets the Webster definition discounts the profit in the strategy and causes investors to overlook opportunities. 

Additionally, they can double up on resources like FHA, which can only be used one at a time, down payment assistance programs, and even discounted down payment programs (I'm thinking about HomePath that offered a 10% down for investors up to their first 4 properties).  

The PM's I know that manage at market rate or at a discount do so only for higher rent properties in cherry areas with little to no headaches.    

Much more involved than just paint and carpet.Not trying to rain on your parade or discount your strategy, just trying to give you a little insight from a different point of view.

Maybe offer discounted rent for the first 3 months.  

As for they are not giving you anything off the electric I think that they have discounted the home with the thought in mind of what it is worth before the repairs.