Strata Articles & Case Studies
Who is Responsible for Water Damage on a Strata Property?
Water stains on the ceiling, mould creeping up the walls, burst pipes, and more—these are just some of the stressful and costly issues related to water damage that strata…
Tideways: Owners Corporations vs Developers?
When a developer appoints the first owners corporation manager, it can create a difficult dynamic from the very beginning. On paper, the manager is there to serve the owners corporation.
Speaking Out on 4Corners: Dodgy Strata Companies Using Bait Pricing to Win New Clients
Key Takeaways: A strata company lured a committee with a $20,000 annual fee, hiding clauses that allowed up to 75% in extra commissions. What seemed like a bargain…
Can Committee Members in Victoria be Personally Liable?
In the 9 September 2024 Four Corners programme on the strata industry, The Strata Trap, owners corporation Chairperson Alison Parkes talks about her experiences…
Four Corners: The Strata Trap
“More than 2.5 million Australians now live in an apartment, over the next decade, that number is set to soar.” I’ve spent years working alongside owners…
How a South Melbourne Owners Corporation overcame management challenges
In October 2021, a concerned Committee member from a South Melbourne Owners Corporation (OC) approached Strata Consultants. They expressed several concerns: Lack of Value and Transparency:…
What to Look for in a Strata Report Before Buying in Melbourne
When buying an apartment, townhouse, office, or factory in Melbourne that is part of an owners corporation, reviewing the strata records is a critical part of due diligence. While buyers…
Port Melbourne Owners Corporation Reviews and Improves their OC Management
In January 2024, a proactive Committee Member from a Port Melbourne Owners Corporation (OC) reached out to Strata Consultants, seeking…
What Do You Need Strata Approval For?
Strata approval is basically getting permission from your owners corporation before making changes to your unit or the common areas. Understanding what to look for in a strata report…
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