Even in untreated lumber, like joists, you may get twisting and lose structural integrity.Electrical connections don't like water, especially salt water, that includes low voltage circuits as well, HVAC controll, security wiring, door bell, cable and phone.....all wiring.

I was a little pissed when I learned that my Realtor - a dual representation situation - didn't clue me into the fact that I should investigate the HOA before deciding.

When the thermocouple "opens", no voltage is generated, and no gas goes to the main burner.The pilot tubing just might have some accumulated debris, so as suggested in another post you might want to clean this.

I also see other issue if you were only doing your deals and may question the independence, dual control and self dealing issues if you are selling and doing the origination, processing and servicing.

-----With regards to dual/limited agency, laws may vary from state to state...however, in Utah...with proper documentation and adequate disclosure it's perfectly legal.

Overall this is the area I am moving towards.On the flip side (dual meaning lol) there are a large number of 1st time buyers and downsizing baby boomers here.

I never ask a listing agent to cut their commission if there is dual agency but sometimes they will offer to do this to help a seller accept my offer.On the other hand, when dealing with most REOs I use a buyer's agent.

We replaced all of them with dual flush (3.0l/4.8l, 0.8/1.2 usg) model and reduced the water consumption by ~35%.

A friend of mine once commented that an old girl friend of mine and I were not really in a relationship as much as experiencing dual obsessions flying in a formation of two.

@Shaun ReillyThe property will have dual purposes - I will be living in one floor and rent out the other floor to get some cash flexibility.