Construction skills?

Small-8% / DFFVX - DFA Targeted ValueREIT-13% / DFREX - DFA Real EstateCommodity-11% / DBC - PowerShares DB Commodity Idx International-11% / DFIVX - DFA Intl Large Cap Value-11% / DISVX - DFA Intl Small Cap Value PTEmerging Markets-11% / DEMSX - DFA Emerging Markets Small Cap-11% / DFEVX - DFA Emerging Markets ValueFor those with the skill to find undervalued real estate I think being highly overweight in that sector is a good play.

Maybe everyone ought to try it and see, but really, IMO, some just won't get it and think the RE is easy, fast and will make them rich...just not always true, it does take some skills and talent.As mentioned above, BP is a fantastic resource, something I never had when I started.

You can only be as dilligent as your knowledge and skills allow you to be, if you're not qualified to do something and you do it anyway that is not acting prudently.

These need to be guys who are skilled at concrete.

I'm a contractor skilled in all trades (jack of all, but a master of none).

If I am a Rocket Scientist and you are my GP but know nothing about the science, it could be found that you are dependent on me for my skill and knowledge to obtain a profit.

-Good interpersonal skills & able to interact with residents.

Dion and I can agree that an attorney skilled and experienced in foreclosure proceedings is essential.

If you love where you live and have the skills to fix up a home than do that.