Property ManagementIntermediateCalifornia Exam

What is 'deferred maintenance' and why is it a concern in property management?

AMaintenance completed before it is needed, under standard California property management practice, consistent with landlord-tenant law

BThe practice of postponing necessary maintenance and repairs, which typically leads to higher costs, property deterioration, and potential liability if it creates unsafe conditionsCorrect

CMaintenance scheduled for future improvements, as typically required in a residential lease, under standard California property management practice, consistent with landlord-tenant law

DMaintenance paid by tenants under a NNN lease, consistent with California landlord-tenant law, under standard California property management practice, consistent with landlord-tenant law

Why The practice of postponing necessary maintenance and repairs, which typically leads to higher costs, property deterioration, and potential liability if it creates unsafe conditions Is Correct

Answer B: The practice of postponing necessary maintenance and repairs, which typically leads to higher costs, property deterioration, and potential liability if it creates unsafe conditions

Deferred maintenance refers to necessary repairs and upkeep that have been postponed. Over time, deferred maintenance compounds — small issues become large, expensive problems.

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