The Importance Of Reliable Strata Management Services As a property owner or member of the council of owners, it is of paramount importance to have reliable and trustworthy strata management services. You... [read more]
WA’s first true ecovilllage Witchcliffe Ecovillage takes shape in the South West. In a small South West town, a unique housing development is creating a vibrant new community in... [read more]
Defects In Strata Properties and Their Impact On Insurance Building defects are a common issue in both new and existing buildings across Australia, especially as the demand for strata properties is growing and currently... [read more]
5 trends in Australia’s shifting housing market Australia’s property market continued its upward trajectory in the three months to July, but growth across some markets seems to be slowing. Now that the... [read more]
The Change You Have Been Waiting for…. Information at Your Fingertips. In the world of strata management, efficiency is key. Strata Managers have long grappled with managing multiple properties needs using outdated systems. Thanks to Town... [read more]
10 winter home maintenance tips During the winter months, it’s essential to keep your home as safe and dry as possible. Cold, damp conditions and stormy days can cause a... [read more]
A Guide to Public Officers in Strata Who and what is a public officer? A public officer is a company’s representative to the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and is responsible for the... [read more]
A Guide to Strata Income Tax Matters How does income tax apply to strata companies? Under Australian tax law, any income that is derived from assets owned by the strata company is... [read more]
A Guide to TFNs and ABNs in Strata What is a TFN? A Tax File Number (TFN) is an entity’s unique reference number in the Australian Taxation System. It is assigned by the... [read more]
A Guide to GST in Strata How does GST apply to strata companies? Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a consumption based tax charged on most goods and services produced in... [read more]
A Guide to Common Property Income How is common property income taxed? The various Australian State and Territory strata Acts differ in their description of how common property is legally owned.... [read more]
What a Great Strata Manager will do for your Property A strata manager is an important figure in any strata scheme, they play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and management of the... [read more]
How the Australian Property Market is Coping with Rising Rates Australia’s housing market has borne the brunt of ten consecutive interest rate rises. But there are signs that the market could be stabilising (for now).... [read more]
The Benefits of Hiring a Strata Management Company with a Custom Tech Platform The key to successful strata management in Perth is locating a company that uses technology to streamline operations and enhance communication. One company stands out... [read more]
Maximising Strata Management Efficiency with a Custom-Built Platform Strata administration is a difficult endeavour that requires a solution that can streamline the process and give ease to everyone involved. With the advancement of... [read more]
Is Your Strata Ready for 2023? Council Members, have you ever wondered where the buck stops when things go wrong in your strata scheme? Section 91 of the Strata Titles Act... [read more]
RENTING IN STRATA – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW For many people, renting an apartment or townhouse in a strata property is often their first time living away from home. For others, it can... [read more]
$102 MILLION IN STORM DAMAGE CLAIMS PROMPTS WINTER WARNING RAC is urging Western Australians to prepare their homes for winter weather, after last year’s storm damage claims reached $102 million — an 83 per... [read more]
WHAT DO MY STRATA LEVIES COVER? When you purchase a property in a strata scheme, you may wonder exactly what the money you pay quarterly for your strata levies cover. Levies... [read more]
LIVING IN STRATA – PEOPLE, PETS AND PARKING Most issues that strata managers deal with come down to three things; People, Pets, and Parking. They may sound like trivial issues, but all three... [read more]
PESTS AND STRATA – WHO’S RESPONSIBLE? It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is, insects seem to find their way into our homes. But when it comes to living in... [read more]
BENEFITS OF STRATA COMMUNITY GARDENS One of the best ways to engage with your neighbours is to turn your common gardens into a community hub – a place where everyone... [read more]
HOW TO GET RID OF SPIDERS IN AND AROUND YOUR HOME While most of WA’s house spiders are relatively harmless, there are a few species that can get quite aggressive when cornered. Red-back, white-tailed, huntsman, mouse... [read more]
6 COMMON HOUSEHOLD ITEMS YOU LIKELY DIDN’T KNOW WERE FLAMMABLE Being aware of even the smallest fire hazards in your home is essential in minimising your fire risk. While electrical equipment, candles and open fires... [read more]
7 SOURCES OF MAJOR LEAKS IN YOUR HOME THAT AREN’T CAUSED BY RAIN Appliance failure is a major cause, that’s why you should always monitor daily-use appliances like dishwashers and washing machines for faults and leaks. In other... [read more]