EVEN IF they could find qualified candidates to hire, do you think the people of Jefferson County are going to vote to increase their ad valorem taxes so the Sheriff's department can hire more deputies to serve more eviction notices for so-called rich investors?

I plan on reinvesting the profits into another new construction, so I'm wondering if I can do a 1031 to avoid paying the capital gains tax.  

It's a sweet tax break for sure.

I have 2 rentals and do use a CPA for my tax returns. 

The IRS allows 1031 Exchanges to defer taxes on what they consider to be capital assets. 

Consider the cost of the property, mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and property management fees (if applicable).

So, right now I am trying to decide if I should start working with Tax Sentry, Inc., a CPA for my business and personal taxes.

Still need to get my taxes done this year for them.

Any current roadblocks including time-to rehab permits being issued, local landlord laws/trends, property tax to rent YoY trends, etc. 

Bottom line is that you may put yourself in a situation where the best way to maintain your tax efficiency is to keep your investments foreign for the long term.