Most will convert over time.

Cant tell you how many times that has saved us form an argument or at court!

That being said, I’m having a hard time understanding why your client is looking to estimate the NPV of his triplex.

First-time Landlord is about to approve a section 8 tenant. 

Abel,I appreciate your time and words of encouragement.

I am not new in RE (Own 2 (condo+townhome) +primary home) and all units are in San Diego and know want to buy something near beach and been in Imperial Beach lot of times love the place :)Any guidance how should i approach?

My current home was a duplex at one time and I was planning to keep it and rent it as one.

If this is your first time investing in 5+ MFH, you might be able to get a financing with a tradition DSCR lender as along as its not over 10 units.

Offer to let them out of their lease or don't renew lease if not much time left.

It's going to take time and LOTS of phone calls but keep at it, your consistency will make the ball start rolling.