Needless to say… it wasn't in good shape but we've made some good progress and are nearly ready to list it for sale.  

You already have some tools in your toolbox....no pun intended.I am not from your area, but, wanted to say hello anyway.Now, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categoriesREI books suggested by BPershttp://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

It can be frustrating to do several hundred (not to mention time consuming), but I bet everyone opens an envelope that has a hand written address!

To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.

You are correct on your assumption that ugly 4plexes are your best bet to create equity, the question is, how fast can you turn the 3 doors around and rent it.

@Tyler Warne, you bet!

To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.

Direct mail and finding good wholesalers are your best bet for the best deals on off market properties.  

Below, are some links of interest regarding rentals.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.

He has a good mix of Single Family and Multi Family.My question is what is the bet way to approach him about buying a majority of his properties rather than the few he has on MLS?