Who does he have to do framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, paint, tile, cabinets and counters, flooring, roof?  

Has a brand new roof and zoned for adding 3rd unit.Property 2 is in a larger suburb area with about 80K population and in a county of 2 million.

Fuel is through the roof. 

He determined the roof support beams hadn’t really sustained any structural damage.

An example of my recommendation to a new investor is to go buy a house with easy re-sale, that needs superficial changes such as painting, landscaping, new carpet, roofing, etc. 

It is your job to ferret them out.His company name is Columbus Roofing and more 

The property I got is in the medical center, a $260k, 4 bed, 2.5 bath house, newly replaced roof, 20 year old AC, 20 year old water heater, all old appliances basically, high water pressure, and yeah overall outdated house that needed some touchups.

Also, it is a great way to learn many real estate skills while maintaining a roof over your head haha. 

Flooring, walls, roof, electrical, egress with windows and I think there is something about having a door that exits the home... not just into the home. 

This step must be done carefully to avoid further damage.Structural Repairs: Address any structural damage first, including the roof, walls, and foundation.Systems Repair: Repair or replace electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems as needed.Interior Restoration: Once the structural and system repairs are complete, focus on restoring the interior, including insulation, drywall, flooring, and fixtures.Safety and Health Concerns:Air Quality: Ensure proper ventilation and air quality during and after the restoration process to remove smoke odors and contaminants.Mold Remediation: Check for and address any mold growth, which can be a common issue in fire-damaged properties due to water used in firefighting.Final Inspections:City Inspections: Coordinate with the city for final inspections to ensure that the property is safe and habitable.Fire Department Clearance: Obtain clearance from the Fire Department confirming that the property is safe to occupy.I hope this helps, best of luck!