As soon as you get the leases signed and proof of security deposit and first months rent deposited into your account your can use it.The question should be, do I even need to get the units leased out to qualify ?

A lot of people say they can't find a good investment in LA, but you are proof that deals can be found.

When I tried to ask for a refund I was denied, despite showing proof that the website was faulty.

Retain proof of that notice and make sure you include the new tenants right forms required by the city now.

My goal for this is to finish the course within the next 2 months and come up with a plan and proof of concept STR somewhere within 15 minutes from my home.

Proof of concept seems to be a key part of your strategy starting off.   

While institutional lenders would probably need a number years proof of collections before considering the income from the wrap, private lenders, such as myself would look upon the situation more favorably.  

Does notrequire proof that you were at fault.

It has provided no estimate of when distributions will be resumed.Nonetheless, it continues its barrage of self-promotion and continues to project large profits on current offerings.The proof is in the pudding.

Provide them proof of your ability to find, fix, flip (or whatever strategy you plan to use), and then start with small amounts of their money.