After sending them the security deposit deduction form; they balked at some of the items claiming they were not responsible.

I don't have a problem paying for work but it was my understanding that the added items were included, because anytime we asked for additional work to be done that was out of scope of the initial estimate, he always stated, he would need more money. 

@Cameron MertensThere are some considerable tax implications of some of the items you mentioned in your post.How do you and your GF own the properties - as tenants in common or through an entity?

When I google "Teakwood Dr, Greenville, NC 27834 hotpads," the 2nd item that pops up is 1204 Teakwood (no longer on the market), which is bigger and photographs nicer than your place (but even these guys took a bunch of stupid portrait shots).

Having a list of questions in mind that will generate an apples-to-apples comparison between lenders can be helpful.Some of the items that you will want to evaluate when speaking with different lenders to see which one’s terms fit you best are,Loan amount: What will the loan amount be?

We would leave the entry doors at the bottom of the stairs so for move in and move out they could access a door from the main staircase to move items in and out.Does it make sense to try to add a separate stairway?

We've chosen the carpet and the vinyl and have created our list of items left to accomplish. 

The tenant must sign the list or specify in writing on the list the items in dispute and then sign.The move-in inspection requirement applies to landlords who owns more than ten (10) rental units, including units owned by their spouse and/or children, or who employ a management agent regardless of the number of units owned.

Out of all of our clients we have zero that ask for receipts on most items. 

So for repairs, I recommend you get clear on what items you are likely willing to deal with yourself and then leave the rest to a professional.