Two easy ways to fix strata – and one toughie
Two easy ways to fix strata problems, and one tough one, that would get rid of conflicts of interest and dodgy contracts in one fell swoop.
Jimmy-T
Podcast: Strata managers ‘not in disarray’ – Prez
Podcast: There's no disarray in the strata managers' professional body, says its president, who answers tough questions about its recent history and future.
Forum: Can you rent car spots to non-residents?
Forum: Bid to prevent non-residents from renting parking spaces; tenant can't get oven repaired, new block paying old block's bills, Secretary stops rogue parking.
Confused over reno regs? Take this DBPA quiz
If you are confused over the DBPA and how it relates to reno regs, you are not alone. But this simple quiz will get you on the right track.
Podcast: Five years on, pets are here to stay
Podcast: Five years on from the Jo Cooper case pets are here to stay PLUS, how a ban on rent bidding is helping tenants and a kitchen sink drama.
Forum: Builder’s botch job leaves flat floorless
Forum: Builder's botch job, owners slugged for insurance excess, scheme tol to check hot water system for Legionella, black mould case going to NCAT
Podcast: Netstrata scandal from the inside
The Netstrata report came out last week but we have a unique insight as owners in a block they managed; it wasn't a happy experience for us ... or them.
How to avoid First AGM dodgy contract traps
Your first AGM can be a minefield of dodgy contract traps but you can avoid them by persuading other owners to make one simple decision – do nothing.
Get your strata block all set for cyclone impact
Strata buildings, especially townhouses, are not immune from the devastating effects of cyclones, and you need to get your strata block ready for Cyclone Alfred ... or the one after…
Forum: How to switch your strata managers
Forum: Sacking strata managers, reno approval delay, electric meter replacement blocked, residents parking in visitors' spots, gate refused.
Podcast: Fast-track flats and an Airbnb tax
This weeks's podcast looks at rumours that NSW could be planning to introduce an Airbnb tax while the state government fast-tracks 8000 new flats.
Netstrata report slams ‘disturbing practices’
The long-awaited report into Netstrata accuses the comany of disturbing practices including failing to disclose conflicts of interest and charging excessive fees.