I only operate 1 house I bought this year, but I'm eager to stand out in the competition.

You’ve already done the heavy lifting, so giving up control might cost you more than you gain.Ask the buyer why they want you to terminate the contracts.

I recognize not everyone gets this but my margin is wsj prime plus 0.5% which currently is a high 8.5% (8% + 0.5%) but fairly recently was competitive with mortgage rates.  

The truth is that New Jersey, especially Northern New Jersey, is a tough investment market due to low inventory, high competition, and high taxes.

Additionally, Chase Ink Business Preferred offers competitive travel rewards and may pair well with their banking services.Bundled Solutions: If keeping everything under one roof is critical, you might explore Silicon Valley Bank or First Republic Bank, depending on your location.

I don't think the fact that prices have gone up 5 years in a row is a good clean indicator that they will continue to do so, if it cashflows today and I can hold it for 20 years inflation should do most of the heavy lifting for me. 

Still may be competition and multiple investors but certainly a good tool to have in the toolbelt.

Their charges for repairs have gone up the roof and they are not competitive at all.

Here are a few additional ideas that have worked for me and others in competitive markets like Austin:Off-Market Leads from Contractors: I had a friend who rehabbed a house in North Austin last year.

If you lean on it too heavy, it may just tell you what you want to believe in the first place.