I guess one way to change that may be to lock them up at the house and have the tenants carry them to and from the dock in the future. 

They are gross, I wouldn't want to live there either- but if you get a pet and you don't own a home, that is what you sign up for.And then, finally, just as you are about to give up... along come your future tenants who are so happy to live in a clean, no pets building.

Tampa Heights in particular is booming, many commercial offices, apartment buildings, and restaurant/bar areas are currently being built, or are approved projects for the future like you stated. 

Are you looking at a fixer with hopes to rent in the future?

My strategy might be a little different but I do believe you are correct -  this area has a very serious future.

@Justin HebelkaWelcome to BP, and congratulations on making the decision to invest in your future via real estate.I have written a few blog posts that may help you get started here on BP, and with your investing.

I'm not sure where else travelers are going to go in the future for bookings. 

My wife and I are looking to build a future for our 1 year old daughter and ourselves.

Because quality is what determines your current and future NOI.

I love Dan's model and hope to move that way in the future.