The only time will compromise is if its a really hot area.

If it needs work, then windows and doors would be compromised now and cracks would already be in the walls.  

@Kelly I.That might be a good compromise to achieve my goal.

Wait for a deal that fits all your criteria without having to compromise.

One thing I won't do is compromise my selection criteria.

That should be a good compromise.

An acceptable compromise might be this: you may sweeten the deal with a carry back note, to lower the down payment requirements by ten percent, which could help a successful investor with growth they are qualified for, but don't have the full cash position.

Sometimes people get too attached to a property and they are willing to compromise on what they want just for the sake of getting a  dealBeing able to "NO DEAL" ( to a bad deal ) is better than saying yes to a bad deal, just for the sake of having something.When you analyze a deal, think to yourself, If i had 5 other deals on the table would I still accept this deal.If your only reason to accept deal is because there is nothing else on the table. 

If one or both of you are stubborn and unwilling to compromise on business issues, you can do some real damage to your relationship.Only you and your spouse can make that judgment, but on general principle, I'm not in favor. 

So, in order for the property to not be vacant, you may compromise and give it to a tenant that you would otherwise not be interacting with in a better neighborhood.