Our area has a FOR RENT Facebook page which will give you more visibility and you can get some feedback by the comments.Without compromising your standards, can you find a niche that sets you apart, like allowing large dogs, or adding something desirable to the property?

If you can't reach a compromise with the seller, would it be worth just paying your buddy his $1000 back yourself and moving on?

I must admit that sometimes I think maybe it is better to compromise, to let them go in the way they want, which might be good with the "big picture" as you suggested.

We ended up settling on 6 units as a matter of compromise between us and the city.

As someone who just completed the educational requirements for my license, and will also spend a decent amount to get and maintain it, I can't imagine putting my license at risk by compromising my ethics.    

Don't get impatient and compromise. 

were cut off from the halfway point which can compromise the roof structure according to the inspector.- Junction box: some code violations for wiring- HVAC: some code violations- Water heater: minor gas leaks- Original single pane windows.

Like all choices in life, there is compromise.  

My advice is get a Transunion or Experian renter’s account - these are free and don’t require you to give your Social Security number to Agents or owners and if the Agent insists on needing a credit report, ask why, Don’t give your Social Security info to anybody unless they can prove how it will be protected, never put your Social Security number in a risk for compromise.

Never, ever compromise or apologize for it.