As long as you aren't swinging hammers, wielding paint brushes or toilet brushes it seems to be OK.In your understanding of the IRS rules, would you agree with that assessment?

I’ve been involved in about 20 renovations over the last two years and haven’t sanded a floor or held a paintbrush.

Some Food for thought.A little paint brushing, less mud, maybe a divider wall.If additional rents (or better renters) support it of course.

Look to limited partnerships in developments, you can have a passive position.I didn't read all the posts so I don't know your level of financial capacity to enter the lending side, but that was much better than swinging a paint brush or cleaning toilets!

Choosing the right platform can be a bit like picking the perfect paintbrush for an artist – it depends on your style and needs.If you're just starting or prefer a user-friendly yet robust option, I recently stumbled upon Movavi, and it's been a game-changer for me.

Get him a paint brush, a roller and a plunger and put him to work. 

Longer term, the baby will eventually be able to hold a paint brush, address and lick envelopes, clean rentals ;-) Just saying you can teach them the business early and they can get paid.

I don't know how to mix up joint compound or glue bristles into a paintbrush.

It includes a step-by-step process on how to rehab a property "without picking up a paintbrush."  

We needed to chase the fast markets , raise millions of dollars, and never ever grab a paint brush or hammer.