I think working with an insurance broker is a great way to go to derive the most competitive quote at no cost to you.I also think that you can increase your deductible up to say 5k as well as request your tenants carry renters insurance.

I’ve used them for years, and they’ve really helped me stay competitive.

They might be competitive still if they just came up.

While it’s not typically known for multi-family deals, that could be a plus since there’s less competition.

The suburbs also provide good opportunities as well but it's just more competition.

Which do you think will be more competitive, buying from wholesalers or your own referrals?

A recent study from Rentcafe found that Milwaukee is the third most competitive market for renters in the US, ahead of NY.

Quote from @Stephanie Lopez: I have been listening to different podcasts and some mention that high-end competitive markets like Orange County, California could make it difficult to start an investing business.

As e-commerce competition intensifies, Philadelphia-area malls are turning to experience-focused retailers to draw shoppers back.

Competition creates FoMO.