I tried to install WordPress on his site twice and now we can't even access the home page. I recall reading something about Bluehost rewarding referrals-is that still in effect?
I have a website on another host that has 3 more months to run before new billing. Although I have been quite happy with them, they don't offer the fantastico installation program, and do have limits on mailboxes.
Are you able to install Joomla 1.5 without installing it in a subdirectory? I'm using Simple Scripts and I get this warning before entering the installation process: