Financing could go a few different ways but I would lead off with First Interstate Bank and see what they say. 

The same two or three names should come up.I think the closest you can get to the interstate in your price range the better.

For example, a retail property could become economically obsolete if a new interstate exit is built.

Yes, I DO have a background in contract law, and I have consulted in litigation for such including interstate compact litigation. 

Do you want a neighborhood to hang out in or are you only intersted in the 2/3 flat for business purposes.

They are within 5 min from Interstate access & within 1.5 hrs of two major metros in opposite directions down same interstate! 

Closing costs and interst rates are a bit higher buy you can make it work.

They are within 5 min from Interstate access & within 1.5 hrs of two major metros in opposite directions down same interstate!

Additionally, the area is easily accessible with public transportation and/or vehicle since there is a major interstate highway. 

A LTR is like driving down the interstate with your cruise control on.A STR is like being the entertainment director/security/cook/accountant/navigator/housekeeping/marketing manager of a cruise ship.