sweat equity

Work that one puts into a property or other venture, so as to increase its value. It is perhaps most commonly used to describe improvements or repairs that one makes to one's home. We're putting some sweat equity into our house by redoing our kitchen. Did you see that glowing write-up in the newspaper? All the sweat equity he put into his company is finally paying off.

See also: sweat

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

See also:

that feeling when
10-4
that feel when
palimony
same same, but different
(someone or something) to be reckoned with
down with the swirl
swirl
money, winning, etc. isn't everything
(something) isn't everything

References in periodicals archive

Josh Mabus, principal of the Mabus Agency, applies his sweat equity to the marketing end of the business.

Start-up creators pitch in hopes of making it to market: entrepreneurs present their ideas to Innovate Mississippi's Venture Capital Network at Spotlight event

Fortunately, leaders across our profession are committing their time, resources and "sweat equity" to drive long-term diversity progress.

Growing talent; Through care, nurturing and a concerted effort, a future with diverse lawyers is certain

Roughly 36 British Sterling for the 4 Motorola phones ($56.09 US) and some sweat equity in programming.

New Heist - Your Conversations and Text Messages

Additionally, they contribute 500 hours of "sweat equity" on the construction of a Habitat home--theirs or someone else's.

Homes for vets

Selection is based on applicants' housing needs, willingness to complete 350 hours of "sweat equity," residency and ability to pay the interest-free mortgage.

United States : Meeting for Holmen Habitat project

So you can see, the money you save from putting in your own sweat equity is definitely worth it.

DIY home improvement: you don't have to be scared to tackle some projects on your own, says contractor Terry White

At age 29 Fuller left a lucrative business career to serve the poor, practicing what he later called "the theology of the hammer." Since then Habitat volunteers and residents investing "sweat equity" have constructed at least 300,000 homes for more than a million people in some 100 countries.

Millard Fuller

Studley donated sweat equity as well as $20,500 to the charity, $10,500 of which was raised by Studley executives who challenged Rob Link, executive vice president and branch manager of Studley's Denver office, to shave off his iconic salt and pepper mustache.

A close shave for Link as Studley raises $20,500 for charity

Hoffman all serving aboard Bush, the Hoffman's family has put a significant contribution in "sweat equity" into the Navy's newest nuclear-powered carrier.

Service: a family business

Digging a drainage ditch or plastering a wall isn't the obvious route to your dream home - but for thousands of people across the UK "sweat equity" has proved to be the ideal way to build the home, and the community, they want to live in.

WOULD YOU.. BUILD YOUR HOME ..to get on the housing ladder?

"If we're not putting a little bit of sweat equity into finding (Michigan) wines, shame on us.

Equal footing for Michigan wines; How northern vintners can win skeptics

The home owners must invest 500 hours of "sweat equity" physically working on site instead of paying a pounds 10,000 deposit.

Company staff given the day off - to sweat it out on building site

In addition to those small business owners who have expended a good deal of "sweat equity" - forgoing income and putting their homes on the line to build up their business - these changes will hit other investors, from venture capital to employees who take a stake in their company's future.

Government has gone quiet; In association with RBS

Mohanan writes that "the initiatives of the Indian government in formulating policies regarding sweat equity, stock options and tax breaks for venture capital along with overseas listings have all contributed to the enthusiasm among investors and entrepreneurs." His article discusses problems of the Indian VC industry and the outlook for it, concluding that India's "tremendous potential for growth in knowledge-based industries is not only confined to information technology but is equally relevant in several areas such a biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and drugs, agriculture, food processing, telecommunication, services, etc."

The venture capital scenario in India

Each of the recipient families provide 500 hours of "sweat equity" to Habitat for Humanity as down payment for a two or three bedroom, 1,200-square foot home, worth approximately $130,000.

Weekday Christians: Angela Cluny, of Leaside Presbyterian, Toronto, measures drywall along with Lynda Marshall of Good Shepherd Community Church and Victor Aguius of Chinese Martyrs Catholic, while Rev. Dan West, of Runnymede Presbyterian, Toronto, screws drywall to the ceiling at the Fourth Annual Faith Leaders Build for Habitat for Humanity

词组	sweat equity
释义	sweat equity sweat equity Work that one puts into a property or other venture, so as to increase its value. It is perhaps most commonly used to describe improvements or repairs that one makes to one's home. We're putting some sweat equity into our house by redoing our kitchen. Did you see that glowing write-up in the newspaper? All the sweat equity he put into his company is finally paying off. See also: sweat Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. See also: that feeling when 10-4 that feel when palimony same same, but different (someone or something) to be reckoned with down with the swirl swirl money, winning, etc. isn't everything (something) isn't everything References in periodicals archive Josh Mabus, principal of the Mabus Agency, applies his sweat equity to the marketing end of the business. Start-up creators pitch in hopes of making it to market: entrepreneurs present their ideas to Innovate Mississippi's Venture Capital Network at Spotlight event Fortunately, leaders across our profession are committing their time, resources and "sweat equity" to drive long-term diversity progress. Growing talent; Through care, nurturing and a concerted effort, a future with diverse lawyers is certain Roughly 36 British Sterling for the 4 Motorola phones ($56.09 US) and some sweat equity in programming. New Heist - Your Conversations and Text Messages Additionally, they contribute 500 hours of "sweat equity" on the construction of a Habitat home--theirs or someone else's. Homes for vets Selection is based on applicants' housing needs, willingness to complete 350 hours of "sweat equity," residency and ability to pay the interest-free mortgage. United States : Meeting for Holmen Habitat project So you can see, the money you save from putting in your own sweat equity is definitely worth it. DIY home improvement: you don't have to be scared to tackle some projects on your own, says contractor Terry White At age 29 Fuller left a lucrative business career to serve the poor, practicing what he later called "the theology of the hammer." Since then Habitat volunteers and residents investing "sweat equity" have constructed at least 300,000 homes for more than a million people in some 100 countries. Millard Fuller Studley donated sweat equity as well as $20,500 to the charity, $10,500 of which was raised by Studley executives who challenged Rob Link, executive vice president and branch manager of Studley's Denver office, to shave off his iconic salt and pepper mustache. A close shave for Link as Studley raises $20,500 for charity Hoffman all serving aboard Bush, the Hoffman's family has put a significant contribution in "sweat equity" into the Navy's newest nuclear-powered carrier. Service: a family business Digging a drainage ditch or plastering a wall isn't the obvious route to your dream home - but for thousands of people across the UK "sweat equity" has proved to be the ideal way to build the home, and the community, they want to live in. WOULD YOU.. BUILD YOUR HOME ..to get on the housing ladder? "If we're not putting a little bit of sweat equity into finding (Michigan) wines, shame on us. Equal footing for Michigan wines; How northern vintners can win skeptics The home owners must invest 500 hours of "sweat equity" physically working on site instead of paying a pounds 10,000 deposit. Company staff given the day off - to sweat it out on building site In addition to those small business owners who have expended a good deal of "sweat equity" - forgoing income and putting their homes on the line to build up their business - these changes will hit other investors, from venture capital to employees who take a stake in their company's future. Government has gone quiet; In association with RBS Mohanan writes that "the initiatives of the Indian government in formulating policies regarding sweat equity, stock options and tax breaks for venture capital along with overseas listings have all contributed to the enthusiasm among investors and entrepreneurs." His article discusses problems of the Indian VC industry and the outlook for it, concluding that India's "tremendous potential for growth in knowledge-based industries is not only confined to information technology but is equally relevant in several areas such a biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and drugs, agriculture, food processing, telecommunication, services, etc." The venture capital scenario in India Each of the recipient families provide 500 hours of "sweat equity" to Habitat for Humanity as down payment for a two or three bedroom, 1,200-square foot home, worth approximately $130,000. Weekday Christians: Angela Cluny, of Leaside Presbyterian, Toronto, measures drywall along with Lynda Marshall of Good Shepherd Community Church and Victor Aguius of Chinese Martyrs Catholic, while Rev. Dan West, of Runnymede Presbyterian, Toronto, screws drywall to the ceiling at the Fourth Annual Faith Leaders Build for Habitat for Humanity
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