But it should be obvious... live where you like but invest where it makes the most sense.Sometimes that answer is the same, but often it isn't for a variety of reasons.

Obvious I know, but just wanted to call it out if that discussion hasn't happened yet. 

The KEY AT THIS POINT IS ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION with the tenant because a great option could be cash for keys as @Sean McKee mentioned, but you can't do that without having a conversation.During these challenging times I try to remind myself that the tenant is obviously going through some seriously challenging times and no matter what landlord problems are still "good problems" to have...

It appears that there is no obvious process for claiming this fence.

We obviously do have some nice appreciation and an incredible economy that makes our area good for other reasons. 

These are obviously very different things.  

Simple obvious says they will do more of that.

Obviously didn't work well as it blew the panel and almost started a fire.  6.

Obviously this probably means the end of your real estate investing in that area if you don’t feel comfortable with the higher loan.

What are the snares or harder things to navigate that aren't so obvious when starting?