But there could always be specific circumstances where a hold of less than (or more than) a year might be appropriate. 

So most general contractors, flooring contractors, or even most handymen/women types should be able to handle that scope of work.

On the other hand, I would agree with where Karl is headed, and that is that there may be some legit extenuating circumstance that has led to this unique position.

Several times a year I will get a deal where I spent 2-3 years following up with a seller before their circumstance warranted selling at my price.- the same follow up principles apply to direct mail as well.

Look for appliances repair guys or general handymen (and women) as they can often work magic. 

In very limited circumstances, the Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family houses sold or rented by the owner without the use of an agent, and housing operated by religious organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members.Is it a SFH you rented without the use of an agent?

Congratulations.No one can answer that question other than your CPA, because it is "case by case" i.e. dependent on the facts and circumstances. 

Under certain circumstances, you can expense property in the year of purchase rather than add it to your basis and depreciate it over a number of years.  

So far absolutely no issues with moisture and since there aren't chemicals being used in the water it helps overall maintenance with the pool pump and the interior of the pool room doesn't have as harsh of conditions/smell.Also, there will be things like self closing doors that are required (unless very unique circumstances which I could describe if necessary), pool alarms, etc, but that will be overseen by the local building inspector for the County, Chris Jenkins, and that'll have to be done or the builder won't get a CO.

I am working on sending them an acceptance email, but wasn't sure how to word it all because of our circumstances.