Funding has been an issue, even when I had a smoking deal.

In addition, He disconnected a smoke detector in another tenants unit when the lease explicitly states that is forbidden.

The home did indeed smell smoky inside on the top floor(though there didn't appear to be any smoke damage), and we couldn't really tell about the roof from looking at it below.

If it's something like a water heater brace or smoke detector or appliance or easily repairing something?  

We also bought a little old lady house that smelled of mold (washer leak) pet urine and smoke.

Aside from serious structural issues (basement walls having major cracks or caving in, joist/rafter damage, termite damage to framing) or fire/smoke damage, I don't think I would rule anything out if the price is right.

Also, don't blow a bunch a smoke and be arrogant. 

What is the best way to get rid of this smoke smell in the carpet (and blinds)? 

Given that 5+ unit complexes puts you in the commercial real estate realm, you know will be dealing with seasoned investors that rely on the numbers to value property vs. comps.I think by buying turnkey properties, it really limits your ability to find smoking deals.It’s not impossible, but certainly much more difficult.However, you may be able to find a turnkey property that has poor management (unlikely) and force appreciation by improving on that fact without doing much else.

Sounds like your property is worth alot more than mine was so dsay yours had the same $50k damage mine had (mind you the fire didn't touch my house, it was all water, some smoke and firefighters breaking stuff).