I would love to file and have the court papers handed to the tenant creating a wake up moment and then receive payment.

I think this system is like goal setting - setting a goal of increasing your net-worth is exciting - you always look for that equity to reach $1,000,000 -  WOW - keeping score by setting a goal filters from your conscious mind to your subconscious the never sleeping subconscious mind is always planning and directing to your awake mind - things to do to meet that goal.A great way for the new investor or burned out old timer is to start the real estate learning or relearning process is to use a system I've recommended for years - The 50 House Rule -Look at 50 houses in your investment area - do this only with absolutely no intention to buying or making an offer,  look at FSBO's, with agents and open houses - keep a journal with copious notes, record what sellers or agents had to say, price, days on the market, history of reduction, your opinion of seller's motivation, date - your thoughts.Doing this will help you understand the MARKET in that area - you can't be fooled by sellers or agents - you'll be smarter than most of the investors and agents in the area - you'll know and recognize a bargain when it comes your way.

Until just before they keep you awake at night?

I was exposed to high levels of lead dust during a simple remodel or a simple small cleaning job.This is a wake up call!!!

Let this be a wake up call to you on your next purchase with an inherited tenant.

Now some of this is even habitual, so you making us aware of this experience is a wake up call for many who are going through the motions w/o intention.  

The noises are things like slamming closet doors and walking around (and things that sound like normal living to me), but they are happening in the middle of the night and keeping upstairs lady awake.

If the buyer wants a wake up have them look for private or hard money and compare those interest rates. 

Now they are inside my camper and every morning I awake covered in new bites.

But I feel like listening to the Bigger Pockets Money podcast has been a wake up call for me.