The Town must be notified within 24 hours of any change in contact information.”Question --> If we work with a local cleaning person who can act as the point of contact for the Town and be responsible for maintaining the house, would I still need to contract with a management company?

The home was a big interior and exterior clean up with minor construction.

Every turnover will cost you money due to vacancy, Plus you run the risk of additional losses from unpaid rent, cleaning, and repairs.

We've seen it happen as we've been hired many times to clean up messes and finish projects.

The property should be clean, functional, and safe.A well-maintained property attracts higher-quality renters that will pay more, stay longer, and take better care of the home.

Terminate the lease, clean the place up, and find a new renter. 

They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.

Since you're in Florida and the laws are much more fair, I'd be willing to take a chance if his background/credit check came in clean. 

The street is new, so as it fills out and cleans up and blossoms our equity should go up quickly.

If they won't clean it up, talk to the City and see if they have any tools that may help.