However, be prepared for limited inventory, higher competition, and possible compromises.

The market here in town is very competitive right now.

The competition is fierce but I think you can still find great deals.

@Ryan Cousins It is a very competitive market especially in those neighborhoods. 

I always check active rentals to see what the competition is currently looking like for if a rental were to go live that month too.

Here are thoughts on building strong vendor relationships:1.Timely Payments: Pay vendors promptly upon completion of work to maintain goodwill and encourage continued collaboration.2.Fair Pricing: Negotiate competitive rates without undercutting the value of their services.

Also, looking at slightly less competitive markets might open up opportunities with better cash flow potential. 

However, it’s important to price competitively and be prepared for buyers to request concessions.

The low Australian dollar is giving Australian wines a competitive advantage intl. these days.

I think you'll just generally have less competition, so your chances of landing a property are higher, but I'm not seeing any bargains due to seasonality like there used to be.