My immediate area, 5200 people, has 3 outdoor self storage and 1 new climate controlled.

Type up a DEMAND LETTER (some people call it a NOTICE TO EVICT).  

The key is by leveraging OPM (Other People’s Money).Do you have private money lenders in your circle who might fund the deal in exchange for equity or some interest?

It would be mainly rented to alumni, parents of students and people exploring the area by the University of Florida.  

I am obviously conflicted with the moral side of pursuing legal action here, but understand that people can do untruthful things when it comes to financial gains. 

Learn what people are doing right now in this difficult market and find a way to replicate their success.A lot of people say they are actively investing.

Which is not easy for possible for many people (like your husband).Once you really know what to do, the risk level drastically reduces.

I'm hoping things move a little more quickly once things go vertical as I heard getting slab poured is the longest wait but I'm assuming there is a labor/material shortage in general in the area so wasn't sure of people's timelines once slab has been poured?

I provide houses for people that might not get other opportunities.

People might be taking advantage of the rising prices.