Maybe 20k right at the start of a deal and never lift a hammer? 

By recognizing the property’s potential for an immediate resale and pairing it with the right buyer, we created value without lifting a hammer.

Those who took the rabbit approach, there cash-flow they were chasing is getting hammered at same time expenses keep ticking up.

Pay attention to foreclosure auctions in neighborhoods you truly know; that local knowledge is an edge.Sometimes the best value-add isn’t swinging a hammer but recognizing overlooked potential and connecting it to the right buyer.Here is a link to my walkthrough after purchase https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1VVxQdxttSveA73ojc1iCwcBC2GAYFdiuNvY8EqOSE0c/edit?

Ensuring everyone swinging a hammer has GL insurance and is licensed if the trade requires.2.  

The issue is that these hammer bangers that make money off the backs of their subs think they have some unique knowledge or skill as to the business side, I've never met one who really did, they don't exist.

A couple years back I pitched a Senator my idea for a solution for the hopeless, homeless, under privileged as well as FEMA;Federalize the Salvation Army.Make it an Army that instead of carrying guns and bullets into battle, they bring hammers and nails. 

As my construction business is doing well and I love what we do, one day I know I will not be able to swing the hammer as well.

your finance-ability later. bottom line is there's no "right" or "wrong" answer here. both are tools. just don't expect to use a hammer when a screwdriver is necessary. understanding the differences will help you decide what the right fit is. 

Or are you gonna drop the hammer?