As others have mentioned, I would look into creative financing like seller financing, subject to, seller carrybacks, etc.

www.costar.com/article/249461865/jury-finds-brokers-conspire...A jury in Kansas City awarded almost $1.8 billion in reimbursements to Missouri home sellers who accused the National Association of Realtors and some residential real estate brokerages of unnecessarily driving up the cost of home sales because of their long-running practice of buyer and seller agents splitting commissions.The more than $1.78 billion awarded by the jury will be trebled, or effectively tripled, so the damages total almost $5.4 billion, pending appeals.

Experience with on demand. 

Quote from @Matt Mertz: Maybe the county is just going through growing pains and trying to figure it out.Why not figure it out before demanding fees from property owners? 

Think supply vs demand.

With the new Business Owner/Investor continues to pay the Mortgage with a service company so payments Principal and Interest go to the Bank as scheduled per the original MortageHow can the new buyer do a wrap (#subject to) with the #first #lien for the underlying mortgage where as the Seller equity is in the second position?

I have done a few sub-to deals where I pay the seller a little, catch up the payments, and then get a 2nd on the property from a friend or family to rehab.

The seller needs moving money, there are oftentimes an arrears that has to be paid on the loan, there are oftentimes HOA fees that are due, there are title costs, there are escrow costs, usually there is deferred maintenance, you have to make mortgage payments out of pocket until you get a renter in there, you have to pay utilities and taxes, and you need reserves in case it all doesn't go as planned.3.

@Yang ZengYour situation presents a common dilemma for real estate investors: deciding between investing locally where you might be more familiar with the market but face high property prices, or exploring out-of-state opportunities where properties may be more affordable but come with their own set of challenges.Here are some considerations:Risk Tolerance: Take into account your degree of comfort and risk tolerance while managing properties remotely.Objectives: Specify your investing objectives, including cash flow, appreciation, or a combination of the two.Market study: To fully grasp the development potential, employment opportunities, and rental demand of prospective out-of-state markets, do in-depth market study.Hybrid Strategy: Another option is to choose a hybrid strategy, where you invest in a combination of local properties for stability and simpler management, and you set aside some of your portfolio for out-of-state properties for diversity.Before making a decision, it's essential to consult with real estate professionals, conduct in-depth market research, and possibly network with local investors in the markets you're interested in.Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all answer, and the best strategy depends on your financial goals, risk tolerance, and personal preferences.

The seller did.