Body Corporate Levies 101 – QLD
One of the benefits of living in a Body Corporate is that each Owner contributes to the future upkeep of the property. It is important as an Owner, to understand your Body Corporate levies. In this article, we will share what makes up Body Corporate levies, how Sinking Funds and Administration Funds are financed, and […]
New Tenancy Laws for Queenslander’s – How will this affect Owners?
The new tenancy laws for Queenslander’s taking effect from October 1, 2022, will affect the way Bodies Corporate handle maintenance and by-law issues. The changes will be rolled out under Stage One of Queensland’s Housing Legislation Amendment Act 2021 (HLA Act) to regulate rented properties across Queensland. The primary goal of the new regulations is […]
Committee Meetings 101 – QLD
Effective Committee Meetings are essential to the successful running of your Body Corporate and ensuring that your scheme is running in accordance with its legislative obligations. Being prepared and efficient can make all the difference to your Body Corporate Committee Meetings and ensure your meeting is a successful one. In this article, our SSKB Community […]
Body Corporate By-laws 101 – QLD
One of the primary functions of the Body Corporate is to regulate the use of the lots and Common Property within the scheme, for the benefit of all lot owners. The Body Corporate does this by establishing and enforcing by-laws. It is important that all parties involved understand their by-laws and the procedures and applications […]
Buying into a Body Corporate – First Home Buyer Edition
By Abbie Riddell I have been living in the suburbs, about 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD, for the past 2 years. While I was close to friends and family, I really missed being in the hustle and bustle of city life. Recently it became time for my husband and I to purchase a place […]
Census – What your Body Corporate needs to know
Every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics counts every person and household in Australia. The Census form asks questions such as age, country of birth, religion, ancestry, language used at home, work and education. The next Census is Tuesday 10 August 2021. Below we have shared some information for Bodies Corporate and what they […]
By-laws in Queensland – What You Need to Know
While a Body Corporate may be efficient in ensuring the by-laws for their scheme are current and up to date, it doesn’t always mean residents are aware of these by-laws and are following them correctly. In this article we have listed some frequently asked questions when it comes to by-laws. First, let’s take a closer look at what by-laws are […]