Columbus is a hot market and very competitive right now.

It is very competitive here. 

I've never had to orchestrate this process.Also, is it best to let your lenders know that you are shopping around to keep them a bit honest/competitive, or is it best to keep that information on the low down?

Good acquisition deals on Multi-Family are a much harder to find though due to competitiveness in the market.

@Richard Whitaker the companies that will be competitive on a 5 unit building will be represented by an independent agents, so best to ask for a good broker who specializes int he REI space than the company name.  

I invest in a very competitive market so I feel that it is quite challenging to conquer zip codes, but I will differently take what you’ve said into consideration.

Check out auctions too but I think competition is steep.

Definitely not easy to find them these days since these are super hot area and lots of competition for the same listings (including wholesale listings).  

We are in a fairly competitive market in Augusta, and are getting above average numbers as far as click through rate and conversions.

There is a lot of competition but I haven't found it to create a lack of deals.