Best Way To Approach an Off-Market Deal?

[Quy Huynh]

Hi All,

I'm looking for a duplex downtown to buy it so that I can live in 1 unit and rent out the other. My plan has been to find "for rent" signs in the neighborhoods I want, call the Landlord's and basically ask them to sell. I've stuck out a few times and am wondering what are some methods you guys use to increase your chances of conversion with these owners? It's difficult to create demand for an offer when the seller has no urgency, but I am sure there are certain things you can do to increase your chances just a bit? 

Thank you!