We originally outsourced development of one of our products to some Russian guys who had been doing work for us for a year or so. They did a great job and the software started selling - and still does now. What I did though was after paying them and after seeing what a good niche business I had... I made them (2 guys) partners - and they were over-joyed by it. They were brought into the core team and have supported and improved the product over the years. In terms of income, its not fantastic (around $100,000 per year) but its nearly all profit. Hope this helps