These loans are mainly for owner occupants however the bank is going to have stipulations on the condition of the property.

Has anyone heard or seen any stipulations or guidance from fannie/freddie ?? 

It was simply a business decision, and indeed, we may use them again in the future.Firing a contractor (due to poor performance, unreliability, etc.) can be handled similarly if it's a professional relationship, but it can also be a bit more of an emotional situation--and that's a case where the situation may call for an immediate termination of the contract and revoking access to the property, especially where there's a risk of intentional bad work or theft or anything.It depends on the situation you're in and your relationship with your contractors (and also what the terms of your contract, if you've signed one, stipulate), but unlike most other posters in this thread, I don't think there's necessarily any problem with giving a few weeks or a month's notice to end a contract if the relationship is professional and businesslike.

In the lease, I have it stipulated there will be a late fee of 5% if not submitted by the 5th day.

Lease stipulates a 30 day written notice if they choose not to renew for the next year.

There are other stipulations and exemptions so you should look at Floridas licensing site. 

I have it stipulated that deposit (or what is left of it) does not get returned until 2-3 weeks after moveout.

You need to make sure it is legally sound and covers all your bases to protect you and clearly lay out the stipulations to your renter. 

Here are some points about the situation that may be relevant:-Sold numerous pieces of my property from the unit, I have photos of the unit beforehand with items in place-My original lease stipulates that I can sublease on Airbnb, but that any tenants for more than 30 days without landlord's consent designate a breach of the agreement.

With REOs, you generally can't assign (no way around it), and specifically with FNMA REOs, you won't be able to double close either, as the addendum will likely stipulate that you have to hold the property for at least 90 days after purchase before reselling (deed restriction).While you could have another buyer on the contract and quit claim after closing, you'll need to have that buyer lined up before you make the offer (at least before you sign the final contract), as FNMA most likely won't allow you to add a buyer to the contract after it's binding.The other option is to purchase using a business entity or trust and sell your interest to the end-buyer at some point -- either before or after closing.