In the ten-year period beginning with Q2 2014, the South Bay submarket has experienced the greatest introduction of new inventory, 8.3 million square feet, amounting to 27.8% of all new competitive stock added to the market.Asking and Effective RentDuring May, asking rents built upon April's 0.2% decrease, declining by an additional 0.2% to $12.82.

I am highly competitive and I have been looking at RowPro which allows your to race others online...I figured that ought to get my *** rowing hard.

You'll also want to make sure that your rental will be competitive for the area you're in regarding the rental price and quality of materials in the property.

It is still super competitive.

We spent four years in a duplex, maintaining it in our rental portfolio as we transitioned to another house hack residence with an additional accessory dwelling unit-type house next door.Navigating the intricacies of FHA loans in competitive real estate markets can be daunting, given stringent home requirements and more complex processes.

Similar concept as a duplex but without the fierce level of buyer competition. 

Considering your goal of house hacking a duplex, while FHA loans are common for first-timers, there are alternative financing options to explore:Conventional Loans: Need more credit and down payment, but offer flexibility. 203K Loans: Ideal for fixer-upper duplexes, bundling purchase and renovation costs.VA Loans: Great for vets—no down payment, competitive rates, and no mortgage insurance.Portfolio Loans: Private lenders, good for unconventional income or credit histories.Hard Money Loans: Quick, high-interest, good for investments or major renovations.With $30,000, mix it up—use it for a down payment, maybe pair with a conventional or FHA loan.

Real (established wholesalers) will face drastically reduced competition from the unknowledgeable muddying the waters and reduced competition from those with some knowledge but no or limited capital. 3.

I grew up in the bizz and I really like it..less competition than trying to find the same SFRs that 700 wholesalers are going after.. down side is this is all cash always..

We offered cash to be competitive with the offer, there were 35 offers in 5 days.