I forgot to mention the RS Means Estimator series available on Amazon for estimating material and labor unit coats. 

Good faith means dealing honestly, disclosing material facts so that a buyer and seller have somewhat of an even playing field, where one party does not have an unfair advantage over the other. 

What material is the top wood?

Contacts with engineers, Better trade contractors and perhaps the ability to offer you discounts on materials. .

Have you read any creditable books by real real estate educators, like agent's text books or college real estate course materials to know the industry?

I have the ability to be extremely cost effective, with our properties, we spend a lot of money on material every year, and have large buying power. 

Ya I was reading through the forum's and material and I think I will find a hard money lender and talk to the husband to get any advice I can.

Welcome, Jona.Tons of materials and experts on this forum to learn from.Start from the 'Learn' section; download J Scott's book on flipping houses and Brandon Turner's book on Invetsingin Real Estate with No(low) Money down...these are good starting points and then visit the forum regularly and read/learn from other members.Cheers!

I need to buy materials for 2-3 kitchens. 

Hi, I wanted to pass this information along to those interested... there is going to be a building materials auction at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds this Sat June 6.here is the link for more info http://www.peakauction.com/full_content.php?