If it's an owner occupied unit sometimes I've found the big players like state farm to be pretty competitive on price. 

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

That education/experience is worth more than whatever money is lost.

we have raised $30M last two years with no wealthy family and here is what we can share with the experience:1. its all about networking and educating people on what you do.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Contracctors jack up the scope and cost mid rehab, disappear for 3 weeks, inspector takes 3 weeks each.This is why every flipper needs lots of education AND to hook up for every rehab with an experienced local rehabber/flipper/or rental rehabber to check in on your project to give you tips and helps.Where can you cut corners and where not to.   

When an NBA player makes the too little sign after dunking on someone.

They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.

But we're very diligent about education and providing the most suitable programs which make sense for their unique situation. 

As Colin noted above it is hard to compete with the large players in the field.Where we found a better bang for our buck was getting on more channels like Marriott, Booking.com, and about 20 others.