I've had extended vacancies....but at the same time, have very little issues with my tenants.My philosophy is to do the leg work up front, instead on the back end when you're dealing with an eviction.Get more creative with your ad, where you post it, and potentially offer an incentive.

I have a simple philosophy.

Wow, I feel like I'm back in my Philosophy of Religion courses in college

I think our philosophy is different than yours.

I was taught the "nothing ventured, nothing gained" philosophy from a mentor.

I think the key for you would be to first truly understand why you are purchasing any particular property and how does it fit within your specific Investment philosophy.  

Normally I follow the philosophy of "if you don't have anything good to say, then don't say anything at all" about my peers and vendors.

The two philosophies are completely incongruous.

I have a different philosophy in that their is not a cost to the $, rather a decision level to make dependent upon the return of that $.

As they see their agent supported with progressive, industry-leading sales philosophies, they’ll have greater reason to engage in business with the organization.