Does Your Strata Scheme Have a Plan for the Future?
One of the benefits of living in a Body Corporate/Owners Corporation is that everyone contributes to the future upkeep of the property. This is managed by a regular payment of contributions. In Queensland, it is called a Sinking Fund; In New South Wales, it is called a Capital Works Fund; In Victoria, it is called a Maintenance […]
New BCCM Regulation Modules – What Has Changed for Owners
The changes to the Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) Regulation Modules came into effect on 1 March 2021. This includes many changes for owners. There has been a lot of conversation around the new changes to legislation since they were announced on 29 September 2020. At SSKB we realise the importance of these changes […]
A Positive Difference in Strata
SSKB is a Body Corporate / Owners Corporation company with 5 offices across the east coast of Australia. We service clients through Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria with offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Tweed Heads and Melbourne with the ultimate aim of making a positive difference to our communities. We have a broad portfolio […]
Do You Know How the New BCCM Legislation Will Affect You?
On 1 March 2021, new Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) Regulation Modules came into effect in Queensland. Do you know how the changes to legislation will affect you? The new regulations relate primarily to recommendations made by the Queensland University of Technology about Body Corporate procedural issues and have been made to modernise Body Corporate procedures, reduce […]
Owner Motions to Committee – New BCCM Regulation
Following an extensive review, the Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) regulations were remade on 29 September 2020. They will come into effect on 1 March 2021. As a result one of these changes is in relation to owner motions. Currently owners can only submit motions to a general meeting. With no provision for owner motions to be […]
Everything You Need to Know About Water Damage in Strata
Storms are so common in Australia that we even came up with a season dedicated to them. While our clients with balconies get the pleasure of sitting outside during a storm. They can also bring something not so pleasant – water damage. Water damage can stem from a number of causes, not just rain. Unfortunately, […]
Have You Downloaded the SSKB app?
Here at SSKB we believe that being a committee member should be easy. We understand that being a committee member is not your only role in life. So, we’ve invested in an SSKB app for your phone. That will make your life easier by giving you all the information you need at a swipe of a thumb. […]
Insurance Premiums in North Queensland
North Queensland is famous for its beauty and Worldclass beaches. However, it also has a reputation for wild weather during the summer months. Unfortunately, these wild weather seasons have led to an increase of insurance premiums for residents in North Queensland. An article was released by ABC news discussing how residents in North Queensland are divided on how best to respond to rising costs of building insurance due […]
Have You Heard the News?
At SSKB we have been working hard in the background to make the lives of our committees and lot owners easier. By designing an app for all your strata needs. We are constantly striving for the most innovative ways to further improve your Body Corporate and Owners Corporation service. Thus providing you with an effortless way to ensure […]
Building Spotlight – Broadway on Ann
Broadway on Ann is located in Fortitude Valley and has been designed to pay homage to New York’s famous Broadway theatre district. The 247 one- and two-bedroom apartments, along with underground parking and upmarket retail, shape this 15-level luxury tower. It has a modern design by internationally renowned architects. Which pays homage to New York’s famous Broadway theatre district and to […]