It takes time, money, and skill to invest in real estate.

The trades are always looking for workers and have strong pay with solid growth opportunities.

For somebody that has to deal with Mother Nature's whimsies and today's air transportation challenges, it sounds like that airline pilot spends ALL his empathy and "keep a level head when a plan B is needed" skills at work...  

The low cost of doing business, diverse business base, availability of professional and skilled workforce, intermodal transportation hub and quality lifestyle continue to attract people and business.

The costs, skills, and time needed to get started.

I'm hoping to find people that I can bounce some ideas off of and I'm willing to trade budgeting and/or bookkeeping advice/assistance in exchange.Thanks for having me and I look forward to learning from all of you.Frankie

Also, understanding you are a new investor, do you have experience or skills in construction or renovation?

It’s a creative process that requires vision, leadership skills, serious expertise and capital as you mentioned.

Could it be the Chinese engineers are afraid of eavesdropping for trade secrets? 

Here are some rules on what you can or CANNOT bring to the table:1) Free Time - Your Free Time does not help a Mentor who must give his time to train you.2) Skills - MUST be concrete and have experience.2a) Spreadsheet skills - an EXCELLENT skill to bring to the Table!