Aaron I would not pay but if they wanted to have this added I would have a licensed electrician perform the work. 

I can only speak to the Texas market, where malls that focus on creating consumer experiences (coffee shops, kids play area, entertainment-based tenants) are still performing well even in this age of online shopping.  

Happy to contribute as needed as I have an extensive background in working with expats/foreign nationals real estate investors.

But, they have ZERO liability for the performance of that tenant.Second, 97%+ have no idea on how to screen a tenant, other than income = 3x rent and a credit score.

Yeah that's a big stretch.

Look at median household incomes, look at market economy base and diversification, look at what's being done to protect and grow economic performance, just run the #'s and the message should be crystal clear. 

You give vague answers to specific questions.For example, when someone asks about potential rent, and they provide enough information for you, don't respond with an extensive range.

I would say it depends on how well the chunk of cash in your 401k is performing compared to the asset you are acquiring.

I’m thinking with a 2.25% rate, that’s a good mortgage to hang on to if it performs well as a rental.

The return on equity is probably very low considering they are paid off so maybe explore refinancing or selling the lowest performing one(s) or your biggest headaches to reinvest in more lucrative deals.I noticed you also used a metric of number of rentals to attain your goal rather than $$$/month.