The BRRRR method seems to fit most in line with our goals.  

In order to qualify for va loan on a multifamily, you must have 6 months cash reserves totaling your PITI, also must have prior experience managing rental units or other background including both property maintenance and rentals.

My husband & I are pursuing this goal together but we both have full time jobs so we are not looking to be a landlords.

The goal was $30k/year....this 6% is double what is needed. 

The living room and dining room was taken prior to painting and still shows the white walls.For those that have fireplaces in their rentals, cost-wise, what have you done to clean up or make the fireplace look better if it's aged?

Obviously, some items break/need replaced prior to the end of their useful life.  

Prior to 6months you would be looking at the value you bought it.

I had requested 3 bids prior to Irma, but the other two have not responded and I can't blame them under the circumstances. 

What is your end goal?

What will work best for you will depend on your situation and goals.