Mostly paperwork.When routine non-compliance can multiply a property’s debt 3x above its market value, we’re no longer talking about a healthy regulatory environment.

Because maintenance and repairs are part of what you do as a landlord (i.e. operating a rental property), routine handyman tasks arguably fall under your “business,” putting you at risk of failing Prong B.

Disabling instant booking or setting stricter criteria for guests could help prevent similar issues in the future.

This can help mainstream maintenance follow-ups, and track progress in real-time without having to directly contact the vendor repeatedly.Another option is to establish a routine check-in schedule.

These items cause far more routine damage than tornadoes and insurance rarely covers the small, preventable issues as the cost is typically below your deductible.

Does Buildium allow you to disable credit card payments? 

@Naveen HimthaniNaveen, most new investors start with simple percentage rules to underwrite quickly: 5–8% of rent for ongoing repairs and routine OpEx, and another 5–10% of rent for CapEx depending on the age and condition of the big-ticket items like roof, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.

For Maintenance (which include Life‑safety emergencies, Habitability, Routine maintenance and Cosmetic/deferrable) what amounts do you set when the owner must approve? 

Routine operating expenses—maintenance, repairs, insurance, property taxes, mortgage interest, etc.

AI is great for routine FAQs, but it can't replace real-time human judgment, especially when something serious hits.