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 […]
How to Live Harmoniously in a Strata Title
The current property market in Queensland has seen a growing increase in apartment living, with many of these buyers being new to Body Corporate. As an owner it is important to familiarise yourself with how to live harmoniously in a Body Corporate Community. A recent article in the Courier Mail shared some of the most […]
Your Role as a Lot Owner in an Owners Corporation – VIC
If you are new to living in an Owners Corporation, you may be wondering what your role as a Lot Owner involves. The team at SSKB have broken down your responsibilities into 4 points: Ensuring your contact details are up-to-date on the Owners Corporation Register Maintain your lot Paying Contributions Living together and abiding by […]
Your Role as a Lot Owner in an Owners Corporation – NSW
If you are new to living in an Owners Corporation, you may be wondering what your role as a Lot Owner involves. The team at SSKB have broken down your responsibilities into 5 points: Ensuring you are on the Strata Roll Submitting a Motion Maintenance of Lots and Exclusive Use Common Property Paying Contributions Living […]
Your Role as a Lot Owner in a Body Corporate – QLD
If you are new to living in a Body Corporate, you may be wondering what your role as a Lot Owner involves. The team at SSKB have broken down your responsibilities into 5 points: Ensuring you are on the Body Corporate Roll Submitting a Motion Maintenance of Lots and any Exclusive Use Common Property Paying […]
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 […]
Owners Corporation Secretary Responsibilities
In an Owners Corporation, a new Committee is elected at each Annual General Meeting by the lot owners. This Committee is responsible for the administrative and day-to-day running of the community, including making decisions on behalf of lot owners, and enforcing lawful decisions of the Owners Corporation. Committees are comprised of three executive members – […]
Communicate Before You Renovate – VIC
The property industry in Australia has become so popular and competitive this year with property prices increasing in all states. For this reason, many are choosing to renovate project buildings rather than build new or buy ready to move in properties. However, in Strata communities approvals may need to be granted before you commence. […]