Well, they claim that their leads are better because the leads find them:The only way sellers find you is when you rank #1 or #2 in that market. the lower you rank, the less leads find you. 

Fewer but better properties.

Fit my design aesthetic and target market better. 

Are there any alternative financing options (private lenders, or portfolio loans) that might work better?

Hope they do better than just that. 

To me it is better for him to do a consulting agreement with you.  

Best Markets in the Midwest & South – Are there better affordable areas I should be considering within my price range?

If you did and had problems leave them a review with the Better Business Bureau, here and also contact the FTC Consumer Protection division.

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.

A better option is to strengthen your existing network and ask them for referrals.