I think you have a few possible options.One is to get one if those loans unique to Texas that permits you to pay the back property taxes.Hard money is primarily based on equity but is typically suitable if you occupy property at the time of funding.If the property has substantial deferred maintenance, you may be unable to get any other kind of financing until it meets certain criteria.

https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/san-francisco-ca/homeowners-associationsOr try to find the chairperson of the Board, and talk to them.. solve their problems.What's your unique pitch?

Each state and even at the county level, the lad records may be divided differently unique to their administration.

I'm familiar with statistics and the issue is that there are never enough in a sample size to pin point a particular property for a valid assumption, every parcel or dirt and every building is unique, something that is difficult to grasp by those who view RE as a widget.

I think combining both properties on one deed would be beneficial to any exit strategy.I know I came off harsh and apologize to @Shawn Holsapple for that, but it is definitely not a path I would choose. 

First of all, am I on the right track or should a take another approach due to the uniqueness of the situation?

Otherwise buying outright you might find some local lenders that go 20% but interest rate is higher etc.If you are looking for lower than that you have to find a bank willing to allow the seller to hold a 10 to 15% second for a combined  LTV of 85% to 90% and you putting 10 to 15% down.Another option is owner finance the whole thing with some down. 

All of these things combined create a huge demand for real estate, and thus drive appreciation. 

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Just remember that total combined LTV should be around the 75% range.