In addition, Airbnb is getting more and more competitive since the number of listing are going up and many are not getting filled as fast as in the recent past.  

My competition ranges from 15-20% but I have some value adds that allow me to be at the higher end. 

@Anna Brown you have 2 factors that give you a competitive advantage right now - low interest rates and a low tax basis.

Turns out there's a way to be that without risking your livelihood.I took a chance on VestRight because what I saw was a ground floor opportunity - a space that isn't flooded with an insane amount of competition.

I did start with lower prices to be competitive and get reviews at first.

Keep your loan approval process quick and flexible, build strong industry relationships, and offer competitive rates.

Institutionals make up just a tiny fraction of the market, not enough to move the needle even a little.

Here what they pay really isn't competitive although some places I understand they pay a premium.

Worked with sellers broker to secure seller financing at competitive rates How did you add value to the deal?

Maybe I was too ambitious by expecting to get a solid property in a solid area for $100k below assessment with no competition... but man, I am going to have to up my game!