Upgrading some PC Parts

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Budget Range:
$600-$800
If possible, I'd like 2 or 3 different options per part.

System Usage:
I'm going to use it for gaming but I'll be video editing from time to time.
The games will be like CSGO/Just Cause 3/High graphics MMO games.
I also stream and record gaming videos sometimes.

Current Setup:
Case - Antec Three Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower
CPU - Intel Core i5-3570K
GPU - MSI GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB
Mobo - ASRock Z77 Extreme4 LGA 1155
Ram - Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB

Why I want to upgrade:
Case - What's the most spacious cases I can get? I'd like more space inside the case.
CPU - I plan to stream more. I'll be video editing more in the future too. Should I buy a CPU like a Xeon or I7?
GPU - Should I upgrade to a 970 anytime soon or is the 660Ti still more than good enough right now?
Mobo - If I buy a new CPU, I'd like a compatible motherboard for the new CPU.
RAM - Does upgrading from 8 -> 12 or 16 GB make a big difference?

Where to spend the budget:
I'd like it to be spent where people think will create the biggest performance difference for the computer.
Overall, I'd like if the 700 was spread between the 5 parts but if it's not possible,3 of the parts would be good.
The case would be the least important part for me.

Preferred Websites for Parts:
Microcenter/Newegg/Amazon/Well known websites.

Location:
Minnesota, United States

Parts Preferences:
No AMD please, I am not familiar with any parts from them.

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I am planning to buy a 144hz monitor. I'd like the parts to be able to support it and a 60hz monitor.
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor ($289.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($82.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($319.95 @ Adorama)
Case: Thermaltake Overseer RX-I ATX Full Tower Case ($67.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $824.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-01-20 19:14 EST-0500

Just a bit over 800. Hope it doesn't bother you.
 
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Buying those 3 would then be a good enough upgrade then?
I just want it to run as smooth as possible.
 
Another good suggestion above, but seeing as the games you play aren't very GPU intense, and you record and video edit, I see the 5820K being best. The above will give you better graphics while gaming, so you'll have to choose between better recording/streaming/video editing or better gaming.