That’s what you need to save for capexGeneral routine maintence is likely 1000ish per year at least on my properties.

That is also a good time to ask whether the lender's appraisers are investor-friendly.I routinely sell properties to FHA buyers (although I prefer not to) so don't think that it cannot be done.

If it is routinely done it does not make sense to do it.

A "quick math" AirBNB analysis would have me just under breaking even on the mortgage after accounting for management, AirBNB fees, CapEx, vacancy, routine repairs and about 10% set aside for other STR related supplies.

I realized after reading back that I said interest free and it probably raised some skeptical eyebrows.

You can look them up for water and air.An interesting side note, if you superimpose a map of the U.S. showing cancer rates over a map showing radon levels, you will find no correlation.Testing has become routine during due diligence prior to a sale.  

I have routinely seen "$1500 carpet allowance with acceptable offer," on listings.  

I actually have (2) face tattoos (eye liner & eyebrows) and another on my entire right calf.

 We started routine semi and quarterly inspections after a similar situation and it's been a great way to stay on top of things and build a better relationship with tenants.

I routinely runs quotes with most of the markets because there are often large differences between programs rates and which will be most competitive differs from property to property.