However, I am in the process of pulling out a bunch of equity I am going to reinvest and I'm realizing that investing can be several full time jobs worth of work and that my time is better spent working on that goal instead of capturing that handyman pay.I am curious how others find and/or cultivate good relationships with general handymen, while also controlling the expense... and/or any good horror stories are fun too.

- Also, if you do not qualify for a cash refinance because of short tenure in W2 work and short term small business operations what's the next best option?

but its a LOT of work and if your out of area or state pretty tough in reality.. but yes we get it done

My work and reputation is basically gold today because of that.Last bit of advice.

I feel very comfortable with everything as far as the actual work and construction portion (it's all work I've done/managed before).What I'm unfamiliar with is the legal process (permitting, inspections, occupancy, etc).

After that, you could outsource and hire a manager to do the management.The flipside of having the power to control everything is that can be alot of work (and a full-time job if you are putting in sweat equity...which you wouldn't be doing).

For individuals that already have high paying jobs, continuing to work and investing passively can work just as well. 

Although I just looked it up again and it appears to be sold...I appreciate the feedback, and no worries about offending me or making me feel dumb...I'm used to it from my primary line of work, and just look to go to bed each night smarter than when I woke up!

A wise investor will not try to get rich quick with shortcuts.

I stream them from my iPhone on the way to/from work and when doing yard work around the house.