You could agree with the Seller that you will accept up to $10,000 in the special assessment and the seller covers the remainder.

You have to make it special.

@Anita Z.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, tax planning and financial planning.

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I'm a Project Manager at an Architectural Firm specializing in Custom High-End Homes. 

But I would have the HELOC paid off.

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Any special process or just fell them and skid them to a landing deck them then haul them off ? 

I did check Loopnet and it's all listed for sale by brokers and agents, so I don't think it is off-market -- right?

Think of it as s long term investment that will save you headaches down the road.