Assuming you're not an arborist, you made a judgement call regarding someone else's property and now you are going to have to pay the piper.

High real estate taxes and older homes requiring a lot of repair and maintenance. 

Also remember, increased activity from real estate investors often precede neighborhood improvements and rising property values, so pay close attention to areas with investor interest.

And pay the same tax you would have at the same time you would have.5.

There are over 20+ active CPAs here in Biggerpockets assisting RE investors with their tax planning.

I'm seeing taxes that are much higher than the actual property tax percentage of Hillsborough County which I believe is is 1.09%. 

You live in it for 2 out of 5 years and Sell for up to $250,000 Tax-free.

Look into ways to pay, like special loans, teaming up, or using home equity.

You buy the house for "a deal" and then someone comes and buys that deal from you, pays you a spread, and doesn't realize they could have bought it for your deal, ten days earlier?

I rather fix the damage, have the neighbors insurance pay for it, and find a new Buyer once the issue is resolved.The important question is: After I say NO to the requested discount, if the Buyer decides not to proceed with the purchase, would the Buyer be entitled to receive their earnest money back or should I?