Regular retail rates per sq ft even for larger spaces rarely dip below 10 sq ft.I would question the quality of the area at such a level.

Businesses cut back and travel spending for their workers and the population at large has less spendable income so either doesn't take  a vacation at all or stays close to home.REVPAR and occupancy levels are key to a hotels profitability. 

I am definitely leaning towards the 1031 exchange because the neighborhoods I'm currently flipping in JAX are still considerably below 2006-07 peak levels and has room for appreciation if I exhange into a multifamily property in JAX. 

I'm wondering if I should create a trust with me as the beneficiary to provide a level of anonymity.

I look at the job , topsoil is there ( 20 tons) flat level lawn , looks sparse and its 18,000 sq ft .

A lot of them are getting to a point where you get the look and to some degree feel of the simulated material with the practicality of the actual material.I think SS appliances and granite counters will maintain some level of popularity long-term, because they last fairly well. 

When interviewing potential PM's determine a service level agreement that you are happy with and ensure they (and you) stick to it.

There are companies who solely do foundation work/house leveling. 

From what I hear, Florida is where old people go to die so inventory levels are probably quite consistent.

I think that is the takeaway from this discussion is that it makes good sense at a small level, can be a hassle and complicated if you have a lot of properties.