Strata Claims: How the right support helps behind the scenes
How your strata manager, insurance broker and claims team help guide the process Discovering damage to your strata property is stressful. Whether it’s water coming through the ceiling, damage to flooring or walls, or part of your property that can’t be used safely, it can quickly raise a lot of questions. What needs to happen […]
Holiday Safety and Security: Tips for a Safe and Peaceful Season
Holidays are a time for celebration, connection, and well-earned rest. But while residents across our communities plan gatherings, decorate their homes, and enjoy the festive spirit, it’s easy to overlook an important consideration; security. At ASM Strata Management, we know that a safe and well-prepared community is the foundation of a relaxing holiday period. Whether […]
Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities in a Owners Corporation
Living in a Owners Corporation community comes with clear benefits, shared spaces are maintained collectively, costs are divided fairly, and important decisions are made as a group. But successful communities don’t just happen on their own. They rely on every owner and committee member understanding both their rights and their responsibilities. Whether you’re a first-time […]
Key Qualities of a Great Strata Manager
Finding the right Strata Manager can make all the difference to the way your property is maintained, how well your Owners Corporation functions, and how confident you feel in managing issues when they arise. But what exactly makes a strata manager ‘great’? At Australian Strata Management, we’ve spent over 35 years working with Strata communities […]
Building Successful Strata Communities: An Industry Professional’s Perspective
The Real Strength of Strata Community: From an Industry Professional’s Perspective From the Outside In: Uncovering the Real Strength of a Strata Community After more than thirty years as a service provider to the strata sector, I thought I knew what community meant. I’ve seen hundreds of complexes operate, evolve, succeed, and sometimes struggle. But […]
Strata Management Services: Understanding Your Disbursement Fee
Disbursements: Understanding what they cover and why they matter to you For all of us at Australian Strata Management, our purpose is simple: to help your community thrive. We know that managing your Owners Corporation involves more than just meetings and minutes. It’s also about the practical, everyday details that keep things running smoothly. This […]
Strata Volunteering & Insurance: What Owners Need to Know
Volunteering at your strata property and insurance: What you need to know Being part of a strata community often means assisting to keep things running smoothly. While volunteering your time may feel like a tangible way to support and contribute to your strata community, it is important to understand how this could affect both your […]
Why Strong Strata Management Matters
Behind every well-functioning strata property is a capable and engaged strata management team. Whether you’re living in an apartment complex, part of a townhouse community, or managing a mixed-use building, good strata management is the key to long-term success. It ensures financial stability, regulatory compliance, effective maintenance, and harmonious community living. For lot owners, tenants, […]
Does Every Owners Corporation Need a Chairperson?
In many small Owners Corporations (OCs), day-to-day management can feel relatively informal. Neighbours know each other, decisions are often made by consensus, and formal roles like chairperson or secretary might seem unnecessary. But even in close-knit communities, strata legislation sets out specific requirements that every OC must follow, particularly around governance and leadership roles. One […]