Wanting everything to be uniform, I requested that the outlet be aligned with the others so it was vertical as well.2. 

Basically just try and align your vision with the towns future goals for the community. 

Your advice directly aligns with feedback from other investor friends and my current strategy.

All of our properties need to be in an area where the average rents align with the cost of the property, rehab costs, annual expenses, as well as long term capex (bigger ticket items such as HVAC).

In addition, mortgage rates are most closely aligned with the 10 year treasury, not the Fed funds rate.

Selling commercial real estate with a focus on these types of assets Which of these 2 do you think would best align with my ultimate goal?

The point of my statement was to 1) Provide guidance and reassurance. 2) Set expectations and align interests.For what it's worth, here it is:Hello everyone,As you know, we are in the midst of some trying times.The COVID-19 pandemic, while not yet widespread in New Hampshire, is a potential threat to our society and has resulted in our local and state governments taking some preventive measures that will change our daily lives, at least in the short term.

I think if you feel that strongly, and essentially what a found was management companies will never fully align with your wishes for any number of reasons. 

Now is a good time to find and align yourself with a Lender that will be with you and by your side during these times.

I also suggest you get a verifiable mentor who has many deals under their belt and align interest with them.