Strata Articles & Case Studies
Who Is Responsible for Plumbing in a Strata Property?
Plumbing issues are a common cause of disagreement in strata properties. When a pipe leaks, a drain blocks or water damage appears, owners and Committees are often left asking who…
The 5 Most Expensive Owners Corporation Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Owners Corporations (OC) often face high costs such as emergency repairs, special levies and rising maintenance bills. These expenses can put serious pressure on a building, but they rarely…
How to Reduce Levy Arrears in Your Owners Corporation
Levy arrears are one of the most common challenges facing Owners Corporations (OC). When owners fall behind, cash flow tightens, maintenance is delayed and financial pressure builds across…
How a Tier 1 Inner-City Melbourne Building Managed a Complex Change of Owners Corporation Manager
The Owners Corporation (OC) at 350 William Street, Melbourne operates across five related OCs. As a Tier 1 building with a mix of residential apartments and commercial…
How a Tier 1 West Melbourne Building with Short-Stay Operations Successfully Transitioned Away from Bragabout Strata
Even when a change is clearly needed, Committees can hesitate to move forward, particularly in buildings where day-to-day operations cannot afford disruption. When the transition process…
How an Inner-City Melbourne Mixed-Use Owners Corporation Resolved Complex Governance Disputes
An inner-city Melbourne mixed-use owners corporation (OC) operated across multiple related owners corporations. The site included residential apartments and a hotel. Over time, owners began to question whether…
How we helped a Chelsea Owners Corporation without a Committee change Strata Managers
“This is how they operate and they get away with it.” This was one of the first remarks we heard from a lot owner in Chelsea who reached…
Why Committees Burn Out and How Better OC Management Helps
Every owners corporation relies on a few volunteers to help keep the building moving. They attend meetings, review issues, respond to concerns, and make decisions that affect the whole community.
How to Choose the Best Strata Management Company
Choosing the right strata management company can significantly affect the financial stability, compliance, and day to day experience of your building. For Victorian owners corporations, the right manager helps protect…
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