Letter to owner of property I'm interested in

[Caleb Schlomach]

I'm working on acquiring my first property. I've Read several books and have a basic understanding of what I need to do.

In the town I live in there is a quad that's been vacant for atleast a year so far. I'm now in a financial position where I can start making moves. This property is not on the market but I got the owner's name and address and would like some tips on what I should include in a letter to him to see if I can purchase or any other ideas to make this work. I know anything's possible with determination but I want first contact to start off well and to be as professional as possible. Thanks