The main reason for this is to continue to do medical missions around the world  even when I'm dead.

The government continues to believe—consistent with the conclusions of the U.S.

5K rent seems cheap for the area so I would continue with that.

Living somewhere that you hate will make for a miserable real estate journey and you'll not want to continue.

That is how I've operated for years, well before the NAR fiasco and as agents, we have always been advised from referring to status quo, standard, typical, etc when it relates to commissions.It continues to amaze me how many buyers/investors believe the agent value is finding them "deals."

You say things like "It was understood that I would continue to utilize the garage and one room for storage as I transitioned to living out of state."

And you are continuing to invest in real estate a 1031 is a good option to explore. 

The provider I am using allows for 60 days of continued coverage once construction. 

Our handyman team of 2 are moving out of state after working with us for almost 18 years to start/continue their real estate investment journey in a more affordable state. 

Should you choose not to renew your current lease you will only have to pay the difference of the last month’s rent you originally paid. 1750-1495= $255.Current Rent: $1,750Increase: $119New Rent Rate: $1,869This increase takes effect the 1st day of November, 2023.We’ve been happy with you as a tenant and hope you continue to stay with us for a long time.