If negotiating the payoff, do you know what percent discount of the balance that I should be able to achieve?

I usually buy bulk searches at discount and use them as needed.  

In addition to all this, networking online and offline is a top priority.

(all of the above ignores closing and settlement costs for simplicity's sake)*Needless to say, these scenarios are very few and far between, because this seller can usually just sell their house for what it's worth, or at a discount, as a FSBO or with a Realtor, and be even better off.

In addition to 10% management fee...

For example, we will need 16 ceiling fans and I'm wondering if that quantity can be purchased at a discount, and if so, where?  

Discount it accordingly.

I am trying to get ahold of the insurance company to get more details on this but if the insurance companies are going this far I can see about 60% of Central Florida homes not selling due to $15K to $30K worth of additional wiring just to sell.

Any additional information just to help with the decision making process would be appreciated. 

In addition, start looking at deals immediately and get familiar with the numbers in certain areas and rehab costs.