One thing to bear in mind is that if you want first crack at a property offered by Networth, you have to finance thru Loans212.

As for competition.  

Get a gander at your competition and see what they are offering and take it up a notch.You might check Fiverr or TaskRabbit (not sure for interior designer) and see who is out there.They should be able to help you out remotely and without spending a ton of dough.

I was willing to pay more than my competition.

i.e. getting outbid on offers, properties become unavailable before you get a chance to see them, etc...You are not alone!

Small shop brokers that have access to multiple programs so that they aren't beholden to one or just a few loan programs will typically get the most competitive product for the borrower. 

It’s a great way to maximize rental income while offering a unique solution to tenants.- Value-Add Investments: Beyond cosmetic upgrades, think about adding amenities like solar panels, EV charging stations, or smart home tech.

Hi Max, I can speak about the Columbus Ohio market (as this is the market I specialize in) but yes, there is strong competition here and there are obviously some cash buyers and they will always have a slight advantage.

When you go to a Bank or Credit Union, they can only offer you what products that bank or credit union offer. 

Because there is tons of competition for flat fee brokers for as little as $99.