Trying to find trend data on studio / 1bd rents and new developments in downtown KC area.Don't know if this will be helpful to you or not but since you're looking for KC market info I figured I'd drop you a link to The Ultimate Guide to Grading Kansas City Missouri Neighborhoods.  

I would love to keep in touch or hear back from anyone who has information that can guide us.

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This will help you build moving forward.I hope this helps and have a great day.https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/Selling-Guide/Origination-thru-Closing/Subpart-B2-Eligibility/Chapter-B2-1-Mortgage-Eligibility/Section-B2-1-3-Loan-Purpose/1736853471/B2-1-3-03-Cash-Out-Refinance-Transactions-07-03-2019.htm

I am an active investor and would be happy to help/guide you with anything you may need.

Good guide to work with. 

I need a realtor to guide me toward a solid investment that I may have to exit in on in 3-5 yrs.

I highly recommend "Every Landlord's Legal Guide" by NOLO.