I don’t necessarily love working with numbers,  but I realize it’s the nature of the beast.   

It’s just the nature of the beast.

Brook and all the miles of nature trails on Shades Creek walking trails .  

Cash-flow is for "keeping the lights on" as in covering operational expenses to defend against any need for additional capital investment. 

Hopefully this gives you some light at the end of the tunnel. 

This are the best few hundreds of EURs you will invest and can save you thousands.On my case, i'm currently in the process of investing in 2 properties in Sagres for tourism, as the zone belongs to a natural reserve and supply is very limited (i also hired the 2 ppl i mentioned above).

Her leaving was bittersweet, as it was for a great personal opportunity for her.I’d love advice from you seasoned landlords:Should I lower the requirements in light of the area’s circumstances, or wait it out?

You are better off finding a solid property that needs light cosmetic work (paint, floors, or maybe even a kitchen or bathroom remodel), buy it at a decent discount and put 25% down or more (this is when you get best rate terms). 

Not impressed with other large institutional managers who are very light with boots on the ground and in many ways have the attidude they are assisting you in managing the property, not managing it for you.

You definitely shined on light this.