A PMC cannot risk a ticket or lawsuit because an owner takes too long to approve an emergency.You do have the right to be frustrated that you weren't informed about the repair as it was being done.Suggest you discuss with your PMC and see what they say. 

As Shawn mentioned above insurance is going to be a HUGE deal in Gainesville as well as HOA's.

It's definitely possible to get a loan as a foreigner but the rates will be high(er) and the downpayment required will be as well.

Well, you can buy little portable washing machines that hook up to your sink- not unlike those freestanding dishwashers.

I’m open to other suggestions as well, but especially interested in any info/suggestions regarding the markets listed below.

If it would concentrate on rent collection only and do it well, it might be okay.

That’s IF the lender decides NOT to pursue a strategy of bankrupting the borrower by filing a ton of paperwork, motions, requests for information, etc.  

Additionally, I'm working with the RE Ally Property management team, who was able to find a tenant to rent at slightly above market rates without any vacancy.

It may sell at a loss if someone else knows that you are trying to get rid of it because of a bad tenancy, but if you can get a well qualified tenant in there, then it may be worth keeping at this point if you can make it get some decent cash flow.  

Although that would be looked down upon by a lender as well because of the inherent risk of lending to someone who has too much on their plate.