Typical rates are 8-12% of income either monthly or yearly depending on manager.

Splitting a single parcel post construction may also prove a challenge depending on zoning. 

I would add the zip code 64131 to your list, though, which is a mix depending on whether you are west of east of Troost.

It certainly depends on your goals.  

Part of the net impact on brokers and buyers will depend on how the guidance from Fannie/Freddie and lender's plays out.

Depending on how your reserves/portfolio look like, there could be numerous strategies. 1031 exchage?

There may not be any ways, but depending on the gains, sometimes the cost to try and defer is near the amount you are saving... 

Therefore, it really depends on where you want to visit, establish community, maybe and easier travel experience such as direct flight.  

I thought it would depend on bank appetite but I've heard back that vacancy isn't an issue so long as the property is self sustaining as is.I think there's a fine line between filling an open spot and resurrecting a dying center though.

Depending on the state, its either a mortgage or a deed of trust.