There will be significant cost and time involved, hence the alternative, pre-emptive steps outlined.Focus on loss minimization rather than an emotional response.Best of Luck -

But then I keep telling myself: "Take the emotions out of it,its about the money"

Could also hire a good STR company that can market the property better, price strategically, and offer better guest experience since the owner emotions are moved, which in turn ups the revenue. 

I'm looking for a prospective tenants to see my photos online and make an emotional decision that they want to live there.

Looking back, I realized the importance of sticking to the facts and not letting emotions cloud your judgment.And don't forget about building relationships.

Don't let emotions get in the way of making practical decisions.

This is an emotional roller coaster for borrowers, but it is something you should review with them and evaluate their finances to determine why they are behind, and if they are - can they come back on this or they just kicking the can down the road?

I am going to target new builds in the future because the seller has less of an emotional tie to the property.

All of my investing has been fraught with emotional drama.

My advice would be to not buy with any emotion.