Property Management
A Hawaii property manager discovers significant deferred maintenance on a managed property. They should:
AA. Perform all repairs immediately without notifying the owner
BB. Notify the owner and recommend appropriate repairs, obtaining authorization before proceeding✓ Correct
CC. Deduct repair costs from the security deposit without approval
DD. Wait until a tenant complains before addressing the issue
Explanation
Property managers should inform the owner of significant deferred maintenance, recommend action, and obtain authorization before undertaking major expenditures beyond their management agreement authority.
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