Finding off market properties?

[Michael Egan]

I keep hearing all about how the best deals are off market. But, obviously, they are hard to find by virtue of being off market. How do you all find good off market deals? Is there a way to efficiently learn about them or do I just ask brokers to send them to me? If you have an answer specific to multifamily and/or Los Angeles that would be great but I'd also love to hear your thoughts in general. Thanks!