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. 

I'm reminded of the "can't get blood out of a turnip" expression.

Happy, even though they have expressed that they are looking to buy a house in 2 years...thanks everyone

I'm hoping one of the local people who has expressed interest works out though. 

He doesn't feel comfortable about giving me a copy but I'm entitled to it as the owner and especially to show to buyers who have expressed interest already but want to see their unit.

Like I said, title co data was 100% accurate when I was farming it as they were accessing public data, not some aggregation as RealtyTrac.We've both expressed our views on the subject so let's let the community  make up their own minds.

Others truly find joy in busting their tail til they are six feet under and having nice things is a tangible expression of their efforts.