Living in a two-lot strata scheme can be simple until you hit a roadblock trying to make a decision. The good news? With a little planning and good communication, it’s possible to keep things smooth and stress-free.  

Here are 5 easy ways to avoid conflicts: 

If you’ve ever wondered what strata managers actually do all day (apart from politely declining to unblock your kitchen sink), buckle up. The truth is, being a strata manager is part admin, part diplomat, part financial controller, part psychologist and part professional cat-herder. It’s not glamorous, but it’s never boring.

The Tribunal made orders for the owner of a lot (the “Respondent”) to restore or replace the carpet or floor coverings that they had installed throughout their lot due to the excessive noise this renovation caused to the lot below (the “Applicant”).

General meetings are where big decisions get made, budgets, by-laws, repairs, and even litigation. If there’s something you want the scheme to decide on, the way to make it happen is by putting forward a motion….

I If you've ever sat through a tense strata committee meeting, you’ll know that disagreements are part and parcel of strata living. Disputes over budgets, by-laws, lawn arrangements, or even flowerpots are not uncommon. But when those disagreements turn into Tribunal proceedings seeking the appointment of a compulsory managing agent under section 237 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) (“SSMA”),

Running a strata scheme involves many decisions from approving budgets to authorising repairs or updating by-laws. These decisions are usually made through voting at general meetings or by written/electronic ballot. But here’s the catch: if the voting process isn’t handled properly….

A lot of strata owners assume that apartments aren’t a good place to keep pets, as most units have limited space and generally don’t have an easily accessible outdoor area for animals like cats and dogs to roam free. However, many pets are able to thrive in strata buildings. The key is finding an animal that fits your space.

Living in an apartment offers many benefits, but it also comes with shared walls, communal spaces, and often, unwanted noise…

Can I rent out my apartment on short-term rental platforms like Airbnb or Stayz to earn some extra cash? This guide breaks down everything you need to know—without the legal jargon.