Tyler, I can help you with this, I run a real estate development consulting company in the Caribbean and currently doing a residential project there. 

Find a good attorney THAT WONT CHARGE YOU FOR THE INITIAL CONSULTATION. 

Plus, you can get less than 8% financing right now.If that doesn't work, you need to consult with an attorney.

You can appeal the judgement if you did Not receive the "summons to appear" and ask for the proof of service.If you have enough evidence you can also consult an attorney to see what their opinion is on suing the landlord for Florida Statute 83.64 "Retaliatory conduct"Lastly as Amy stated you can consider moving all your stuff into Air Conditioned storage, you will get Mold all over everything since we are in the rainy season otherwise. 

I am a historic preservation tax credit consultant in Massachusetts, but have worked on projects throughout the country.

If you have a legal question, consult local counsel. 

See if you can get a free consultation from a RE lawyer, tell them your predicament, & they may just give you some great ideas or actions to take, for free.

From working in financial consulting and asset management at a real estate investment company, to serving as a consultant in a government contracting capacity, Kevin has acquired a broad array of skills and experiences with which he plans to use to deliver exemplary service to his clientele.While passionate about real estate and helping others navigate the real estate transaction process, Kevin makes it a priority to designate time for the things that matter most to him.

After reading everything you can find, I would strongly suggest consulting an Attorney to structure your entity.

You may have tax liabilities for the deficiency so consult your CPA.