Fortunately, it works 95% of the time.   

We were able to refinance out of our PMI and fortunately the market took an uptick which built enough equity into the property that allowed us to qualify for HELOC on the property that covered about 90% of the renovation costs.

I've been fortunate thus far and have not had any problems collecting from the tenants.

I want to be financially free but also build wealth, not only for myself but for family, friends, community & the lesser fortunate. 

@Garrett Askew fortunately my property manager had a handyman who took care of everything in just four days, and he did phenomenal work.

I was fortunate enough to find my tenants prior to COVID.

You are fortunate that the metro Charlotte market has property bargains now - but prices are on the rise!   

If you are seeking out asset accumulation and equity appreciation over the long term then there are certainly fortunes to be made.

I am fortunately in a situation where I can do almost all rehab myself without the need for contractors. 

If you cannot amicably agree on income and valuations of the properties, you could be looking at the Court ordering appraisals and financial audits and by the time you're through, the lawyers and appraisers and CPAs will have made a fortune and you'll both likely still be upset at the court-ordered outcome.