The BRRRR strategy might work for him, but his ability to manage contractors might be problematic. 

Looking for 2-3 more contractors to join the team to go give bids and fix what was bid on in Akron Ohio.

As I am new to this area and hope to invest in this market long term, I would like to connect with several local contractors and property managements to build a team there.

taxes are about $5k, tenant pays electric and cooking gas.What is the current condition of the property's structural components?

Worry about finding a deal and quality contractors first and foremost.

I think it's a great idea for several reasons; you would most likely be an independent contractor, you wouldn't have to go to an office 9-5, you would travel to meet with clients and have their documents signed.

Included structure, siding, flooring, drywall, electrical.

If the owners can't afford upkeep, they may have major roof, floor, plumbing, electric issues which at today's cost of materials to fix and update will cost so much more than the unit is actually worth.

Looking to find an experienced contractor willing to do work in this area.  

We do see a bit more maintenance in those MF duplexes at they tend to be turn of the century homes with turn of the century issues - shifting foundations, galvanized plumbing, pop fuse electrical, ect.