Make sure to negotiate haul away and free delivery. 

I currently work in construction management (power delivery, not real east unfortunately) so dealing with budgets, schedules, contractors, etc. is just another day in the life. 

I don't want to highjack the thread, but I'd like to express an opportunity I'm considering.

I did not go with Express Loan 911 and used a different local hard money lender.

American Express High Yield Savings Account at 1.90% and can access whenever you want.

You will have proof of when it was mailed and proof of delivery (or attempt to deliver).

You're expressing concern about liability and tax sheltering, so I would think having an attorney involved would be a good investment for you.

Express your concern and remind your tenant to read their lease about keeping the place clean and free of pests.

Looks like this language is standard in Virginia, and Ohio, but maybe not in Oregon :)Ohio Code. 4735.65 Representing buyer in agency relationship - duty to promote interests of client.(4) Present any offer to purchase or lease to the seller or the seller's agent in a timely manner, even if the property is subject to a contract of sale, lease, or letter of intent to lease, and accept delivery of and present any counteroffers to the purchaser in a timely manner;

Short term when we have had wells run dry we have run a hose from another home but it is likely too cold where you are. some places you can get water delivery.