If there are any SC RE agents that can provide me with some clarity on this subject matter, it would be greatly appreciated.

Also, there is some more specifics provided by an accountant on S Corp.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/838628-accounting-for-landlord-flipper

Has anybody had a situation like this before or able to provide more color on best approach / details?

If this sounded like a shilling post (new member, first post etc) I would be happy to provide ID’s and proof of purchase to forum moderators if needed as well.

Three of the 12 did not provide a bid and will be charged criminally at a later date. 

You need to provide the quote, just like you do when taking money from deposit. 

Online platforms like Furnished Finder can provide insights into the demand for furnished rentals.Evaluate the competition: Assess the level of competition in the market.

Based on the information you provided, it would seem like you have no contractural obligations with the seller, and hence no recourse with the seller. 

Both you and your husband (and also your immediate family members) are considered disqualified persons to your 401k, so you are not allowed to provide any services to the plan nor receive any personal benefits from the investments of the 401k plan.

They can provide insights into which neighborhoods are up-and-coming versus those that are more established or facing challenges.