Starting to get competitive though for investment properties because of that reason you have more and more people entering the market from out of state.

What's peoples thoughts opinions on this real estate market over here?

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

Ideally, you network with people who have owned properties for a long time.

City recently did a building inspection and we noticed the tenant is smoking in the unit (cigarettes and marijuana), food waste everywhere leading to building pest issues, and there are 5 people living there now (3 adults and 2 kids).

I'm certain there are plenty of people in the community willing to help. 

I suspect part of the reason might be because I have a no-alcohol policy for my property, which I understand might draw a lot of people away to some extent.

I already have proof of concept in Raleigh as Ive talked to multiple people (including the agent Im working with there) saying airbnb-ing rooms is a cash cow there. 

It doesn't sound like a showstopper to me.Did you ask the plumber if there is anything people can flush that will help keep the lines clear?

When you have a proven track record of performance, then you can play with other people's money.