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Annual General Meeting (AGM): What It Is and Why It Matters
Whether you’re in a high-rise strata, a cosy townhouse complex, or a sprawling community title estate, the AGM is more than just a legal hoop to jump through it’s the big decision-making day for your scheme.
Setting Realistic Budgets for Self-Managed Schemes
A realistic budget is more than just numbers on a page. It keeps your property maintained, ensures legal compliance, and prevents nasty surprises…..
Keeping it Clear! Window Washing in a Strata Scheme: Responsibilities, Costs, and Best Practices
If you live in a strata scheme, you may have noticed that keeping windows clean can be a bigger task than it seems. Whether you live in a high-rise apartment or a smaller complex, window washing is more than just an aesthetic concern it’s a matter of safety, compliance, and proper maintenance.
How two-lot scheme owners can make decisions (without the drama!)
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:
Company Title: A Unique Way to Own Property
Most people buying real estate in Australia have never heard of Company Title and that’s not because it’s outdated. It’s simply less common and often overshadowed by the Torrens Title system we all know so well. Under Torrens Title, once a property transfer is registered, the ownership is guaranteed by the state. It’s clear, modern, and reliable.
But Company Title offers something a little different and, in some situations, something surprisingly useful.
Strata Levies: What do they cover?
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or adding to your property portfolio, knowing how strata fees work can help you make better decisions and avoid financial surprises.
Minor vs Major Renovations: What’s the Difference in Strataland?
If you own a strata property, you’ve probably thought, “Hmm, I’ll just freshen things up a bit.” But in strata, “freshening up” can mean anything from a lick of paint to a full-blown, dust-everywhere, jackhammers at 50 paces, council-approval required makeover. The trick is knowing whether your project is either cosmetic, minor, or major because the rules (and the paperwork) are very different.