Does Strata Include Building Insurance?
When you own or are looking to buy a strata property, one common question is whether strata includes building insurance. This is important because insurance affects your levies, your financial responsibilities, and how damage to the building or common property is handled. In most NSW strata schemes, building insurance is arranged by the owners corporation […]
Why Strata Titles Are Important?
Strata titles are an important part of property ownership in Australia, especially for apartments, townhouses, villas, mixed-use buildings, and communities with shared spaces. They create a legal structure that allows people to own their individual lot while also sharing responsibility for common property such as driveways, gardens, lifts, hallways, roofs, and other shared areas. Understanding […]
What to Do If Your Strata Manager Is Not Responding?
When your strata manager is not responding, it can quickly become frustrating, especially when you are dealing with repairs, levy questions, insurance matters, meeting requests, or issues affecting common property. A delayed reply may not always mean the matter is being ignored, but repeated silence can make owners and committee members feel uncertain about what […]
What Is the Average Strata Management Fee in NSW?
Strata management fees in NSW can vary from one building to another. The cost usually depends on the size of the strata scheme, the number of lots, the level of service required, and how complex the building is to manage. As a general guide, many strata management fees in NSW may fall somewhere between $250 […]
Strata Manager vs Property Manager: Key Differences Explained
Strata managers and property managers are often confused because both roles are connected to property management. However, they are responsible for different parts of a property and work for different people. A strata manager helps manage the shared areas, records, meetings, levies, compliance, and general administration of a strata scheme on behalf of the owners […]
Is Strata and Body Corporate the Same?
If you own an apartment, townhouse, or unit in Australia, you’ve probably heard the terms strata and body corporate used interchangeably. For many owners and buyers, it’s not always clear whether they mean the same thing or if there’s an actual difference between them. This confusion is common, especially because different states use different terminology, […]
How Long to Keep Strata Records?
Keeping accurate strata records is a key responsibility for any owners corporation. These records document everything from financial transactions and meeting decisions to by-laws and property details, helping ensure transparency and smooth day-to-day management. In New South Wales, there are clear legal requirements around how long different types of strata records must be kept. Failing […]
What Information Should the Strata Management Statement Contain?
A Strata Management Statement, often called an SMS, is a document that sets out how different parts of a building will operate when ownership is shared. You’ll see it used in places like mixed-use developments, where residential, commercial, and retail spaces rely on the same lifts, driveways, or essential services. Because these areas are shared […]
Strata Law Changes Starting 27 October 2025: A Clear Guide for NSW Owners and Committees
Strata laws in New South Wales continue to evolve as buildings age, communities grow and owners expect clearer, fairer processes. On 27 October 2025, another set of important changes takes effect. These updates aim to make strata living more transparent, improve how buildings are managed and give owners better protection when issues arise. Whether you […]
What is a Strata?
If you’ve ever looked at buying an apartment, townhouse, or unit in New South Wales, you’ve probably come across the term “strata”. It’s one of those words that gets mentioned often in property listings, yet many people aren’t quite sure what it actually means. In simple terms, strata refers to shared ownership and management of a […]