Being stubborn, and staying "consistent" is not going to bring you success if your methods consistently don't work!

This and equity capture at the buy will have a larger impact on your future freedom than some cash-flow. 2 examples with low down payment-  Large house that has a net 'cash-flow' of -$2400/yr consistently,  but principal pay down is $6000/yr.Cash-flow pundits would say sell, but my 'savings rate' is 150%. 

I have an opportunity to pick up 1.7 acre property that is zoned C-4 (High-Density Residential) consisting of 15 city lots.

Don't jump at every strategy that looks sexy - STAY CONSISTENT with YOUR FOCUS. 3.

You don't have to be a hard landlord, but you do need to be fair and consistent.

Track record - has sponsor done this consistently in the past3.

It is approximately 5 yo and consists of a few duplexes for sale on one side of the block and he owns a few more on the other side, he wants to split the sale up so he doesnt pay so much all in one year in capital gains tax.

Over the years, ALE has consistently relied on my expertise, benefiting from my comprehensive understanding of the temporary housing landscape.

You're right, consistency is key.  

I found much greater success cultivating relationships with my local brokers/agents and consistently reviewing material online.