Why would you be a silent partner?

[Matthew Smith]

Okay so here's my scenario: you are a business owner in the area, but you are tied up in running your operations. Time is your most precious commodity. You have extra cash that isn't getting a return, but you would like to put it to work. What could I or another investor bring to the table that would encourage you to partner with me so that I could be your bird dog and find deals for your cash? I ask this not as a request from BP, I have someone in mind. I have a model that I want to follow. I believe I have something that could benefit both parties, but I want to hear from the community. Give me your best ideas. Matt