Then, prioritizing distressed and motivated lead types over lower quality ones.

Prior, it was selling for $66 and even $17k. 

That's an awesome way to put it, something of a "pay it forward" mentality and I'll be only too happy to do so (and I definitely do plan to stick around - good read!).

Create a unique atmosphere tailored to your style and interests while prioritizing the preservation of wildlife and natural habitats.

Find out what's going on first, and then when you make your decision, make sure you're in a position, mentally and financially, to see it through. if I'm not mistaken, this is your first eviction situation.

Excellent mental approach.

It is personal preference and prioritization.

I would prioritize finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation over one that is local.There are 20+ accountants on this message board who specialize in real estate taxation.

That said, my properties cash flow numbers worked out when I bought them, and would've continued to even if the market had stayed flat and I'll only continue to buy with that mentality. 

If one of your goals is to increase cashflow enough to retire early; then the obvious answer is that you need to prioritize cash flow in your acquisitions.