Long term there is no other solution than just paying the taxes, if you have to take out a loan to do so that may be an undesirable but necessary option.

One solution that comes to mind is to refinance into an IRA.

@Michael Wagner had really great points, I just broke out the costs for his solution. 

They might have other issues that make them undesirable aside from dings on their credit report.I would agree with the others that the safest long-term solution would be to wait until you find a tenant that you feel comfortable with.

I’d probably share in your concern in the single-family or small multi space, where the principals of the management company might also be the ones showing units, taking calls from prospects and making leasing decisions.In the large multi space, they probably wouldn’t steer residents to properties owned by the management company.

Is the rate or tax different if its not your primary residence?

The house has to be a primary residence for at least one year.

He seems genuinely more concerned with a solution to slippery stairs. 

If I purchase a property at or above assessed value I don’t have much room to add value by Re roofing, re-siding, updating kitchens and baths etc.

I know they can reject my application to be a resident in their park.