Many Chinese that speaks English use christian names but D. could stand for Dong or some Chinese family names.

And of course even though we both speak English we still can't understand each other.

Might be 15 in this whole area and I'm sure none have sold within a year around here, most are French provincial, English tutor style, contemporary around here went out 20 years ago. 5,000 sq. ft. and price is guessed at by the daughter, (a PITA who thinks she knows RE, an agent in Texas 20 years ago) telling mom it's 500K after her renovation, the daughter painted cabinets in pastel colors.

I have found it is likely you will try two or three applicants, before you settle long-term for one (or two). 16.I always insist upon English language proficiency-at least 4 (out of 5).

Both of the partners need to know each other's goals, intentions, and communicate fluently...as a measure of security and comfort, me and my partner wrote up a "partnership contract", where we stated what eachother will bring to the table, what each of us is responsible for and all of the financial, returns and work responsibilities we each get.

PM me or call me if you'd like and I can explain in plain, understandable English. :)

I have found it is likely you will try two or three applicants, before you settle long-term for one (or two). 16.I always insist upon English language proficiency-at least 4 (out of 5).

Just plain folk these days.I teach English in the Korean public school.  

The problem is with the other crews he wants to use for the roof and painting, he is dealing with and they dont speak English, so I dont know how to control the situation...  

I do recommend finishing with a degree.I live in Korea and teach English here because I have a degree.