He says he knows they will take less and after his inspections says it should need less than 10k- 15k in repairs mainly flooring and a bat issue in the attic (??) 

Jeff Kehl mainly seeking to determine the rules for valuation.

With that said I typically make it to the Brandon TBREIA, Lakeland Flip savage, PCREIA, and occasionally the exchange meeting, Larry's Monday night meeting, TBREIA main meeting, SERIA, and a few others. 

My main real estate goal is to own an apartment complex using the buy and hold strategy.

Assuming this strategy works for your finances.Some other factors to consider are how well they take care of the unit, whether they are on fixed income/ability to pay more), your views on affordable housing/social justice, current market conditions (right now seems good for attracting a new tenant), and whether the property still cash flows or works at a below market rent.  

The main driver of a successful BRRRR is the refinance.

to give me an initial idea of what we're dealing with.I have a hunch that the damage will be more than the FMV of the house...I have to believe this is $50k+ worth of damage by the time you factor smoke and water damage, plus electrical and structural components.

From there, you can cross-reference (I usually have the main corner streets and count how many in it is from there or something similar.)I've attached a pic of one as an example.

What are the main employers the residents are working at.

Hi Emmanuel, Without knowing the specifics of your situation ( income and debts) the answer is it could and it couldn't. when buying a multi family home the down payment is 25% for a duplex 30% for 3-4 units. obviously if are buying a rental property, potential rental income will be factored in.