Ace Body Corporate Management Ballarat

27/10/2022

We’re all looking for a way to beat the rising cost of living. We use tools to help save on our grocery bills, find the cheapest fuel and compare insurance premiums – but what can be done to save a buck when it comes to maintaining strata property.

https://www.acebodycorp.com.au/cutting-the-cost-of-living-in-strata-minimising-maintenance-and-repair-costs/

19/10/2022

Buying any property, whether it is strata or not, has many risks that you need to consider before you sign a contract. Making sure you have done your own due diligence checklist before you purchase is critical.

https://www.acebodycorp.com.au/the-importance-of-a-due-diligence-checklist-before-buying-a-strata-property/

08/09/2022

By being proactive and having just a little creativity, you can implement some specific maintenance projects that don’t just keep things “in working order”, but actually increase the value of the property.

Sustaining supremacy over other strata properties in your area can be a challenge. We highlight how you can increase your strata properties value to succeed.

19/08/2022

There are so many things to think about when moving house. It is considered one of life’s more stressful events. Good planning and ensuring you are aware of the processes and procedures required at both your new and old residence will make a big difference to how the day goes. Following a few steps from our ultimate moving house checklist will help you start off on the right foot in your new home.

Are you in the process of moving? Follow our expert moving in or out checklist to make sure you follow all the correct procedures on your moving day. Read now!

04/08/2022

Owning a pet can be a very positive experience and can certainly be accommodated in Strata living. This view is being supported by recent and current changes in State and Territory legislation for pets in strata NSW, Victoria and Queensland. By-laws regulating ownership of pets are in place and subject to strata approval for pets, to ensure that pets do not create a nuisance for any residents, while still allowing for responsible pet ownership if the necessary requirements are met. It is important to remember that by-laws within and specific to each Strata Community have been developed to enhance the enjoyment and peaceful occupation of all those residing in the community, with or without pets.

Getting strata approval from your body corporate for pet ownership can be a daunting task. We go through the pet application and pet ownership responsibilities.

04/07/2022

We can’t get through life without experiencing conflict or having interactions with other people that can be unpleasant. Being part of strata management as a lot owner serving on a Strata Committee, there is potential for disagreements with other non-committee lot owners about processes, procedures, or decisions being made by the Strata Committee.

To navigate managing a difficult lot owner with strata complaints at meetings, it is important to understand the different strata meeting types. Learn more!

02/06/2022

Living in a strata community means that the block of land you live on is divided into a number of lots. This could be within a high-rise building, or townhouses or villas within a community. Within this community there are areas that you own by title, including your home and possibly a parking space within the block.

The driveway to access your parking spot or garage forms part of the common area of a strata community and you need to be aware of the by-law rules. Learn more!

03/05/2022

Gutters are an important part of any building, but so often overlooked until it’s too late! When it rains and a large volume of water lands on the roof, it’s the gutter's job to collect and channel this water from the edge of the roof into the downpipes. This ensures the water moves away from the building. Inevitably, if the gutters are filled with debris or become blocked, the consequences can be serious, as many home owners, unfortunately, find out the hard way

Gutters are an important part of any building, but so often overlooked until it’s too late! When it rains and a large volume of water lands on the roof, it’s the gutter's job to collect and channel this water from the edge of the roof into the downpipes.

07/04/2022

Body corporates thrive when there are clear, enforced rules and laws. Sadly, not everyone likes to obey the rules and disputes do erupt. That can be anything from noisy neighbours through to property damage all the way up to criminal activity.

Body corporates thrive when there are set rules. Read this quick guide that gives you a clear understanding of enforcing the necessary strata by-laws.

01/03/2022

Maintaining maintenance and our sanity in the current climate

These past two years have been challenging indeed - on so many levels and in ways that have been impossible for anyone to anticipate and prepare for. And for rental property tenants and home owners the frustrations become even more prevalent when a small plumbing or building issue can’t be fixed for months on end.

What can we do to get the maintenance services we require in this current situation and maintain our sanity in the process as we continue business as usual?

23/02/2022

Confused where a strata manager ends and a property manager begins? Here is a helpful guide for strata property owners in understanding the roles and responsibilities of strata, property and building managers.

Not sure about the roles and responsibilities of strata, property & building managers. Here is the full guide to help you understand the differences

13/12/2021

Swimming safety is always a top priority issue for strata communities to manage heading into summer, but this year, there’s a real sense of urgency and importance about swimming safely for kids and adults. Hence, even greater importance for body corporate to set up swimming pool safety guidelines.

Swimming safety should be a top priority for strata communities, especially during summer. Here’s the best guidelines for body corporate pool rules.