Getting HML backed offer accepted in multiple offers situation

[Hanna Parker]

I have submitted offers on a number of properties in Chicago that had multiple offers on them, and in each case, I lost out on the property. I am using a hard money lender to finance the project. While I understand that cash offers are sellers first preference, has anyone had any luck getting a hard money backed offer accepted? Specifically, those in the Chicago area. If so, which lenders have you had the most success w/?