They have a lot of knowledge and skills but they are expensive.

I have great communication skills, I am very detailed oriented and organized.

Given a "line by line" assessment of the necessary skills and resources to be a successful multifamily investor, how different can Michael’s program be from Rod, Joe, Gino, etc?

I am where I am BECAUSE I am stubborn and am confident in my skills, intelligence and ability.

Gotta disagree big time with this comment.There was a huge energy crash here in Denver in 1978/1979 time frame - before they "re-vitalized" downtown by making 16th Street a pedestrian mall. 

In the long term, I would like to use my project management skills to develop a portfolio that I can eventually step away from!

I am hoping I can leverage my analytical skills in the Real Estate business.

(In this case, most likely not)  if there was, look at the motion for summary administration (or the initial filing it should name the heirs and personal representative.Another option is to go to the department of vital statistics, and get a copy of the birth and or death certificate.  

I would also encourage you to identify the REI Arenas you wish to pursue that fit your skill sets, abilities, and excite you.

yes, generally speaking, we landlord types aren't embracing the new required skill very well.