MBCM Strata Specialist - Essendon

MBCM Strata Specialist - Essendon Your Local Strata Specialists For developers, we help remove the burden of the strata process, tailored to the needs of your development.

By choosing MBCM to help activate your strata community’s Owners Corporation you can be guaranteed a commitment to the highest standard of management along with professional and personalised service. With experience spanning over 32 years, the MBCM Strata Specialists now has 63 franchised offices, covering Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. For strata communities, MBCM works with you to provide professional support and build an Owners Corporation management solution, supporting each Owners Corporation and every owner. We enjoy working with developers in the early planning stages, and our advice can often highlight any potential strata issues early in the construction process. This helps create harmonious, functional environments and a smooth transition from the developer to the owners.

Your AGM decides the budget, the maintenance plan and who's on your committee for the year. If you've received your noti...
30/09/2026

Your AGM decides the budget, the maintenance plan and who's on your committee for the year. If you've received your notice, take the time to look through it, or send a proxy if you can't attend in person.

Spring is a good prompt to check your building's common areas for anything that needs attention, gutters, gardens, light...
23/09/2026

Spring is a good prompt to check your building's common areas for anything that needs attention, gutters, gardens, lighting, shared paths. Flagging issues now is easier than dealing with them once they've gotten worse.

Every year, owners corporations are required to have essential safety measures inspected and reported on. This covers th...
16/09/2026

Every year, owners corporations are required to have essential safety measures inspected and reported on. This covers things like fire doors, extinguishers, emergency lighting and exit paths. It's not just paperwork, it's what keeps residents and visitors safe. Your manager should be coordinating this on your behalf.

Not sure if your Essendon building's strata management is working as hard as it should be?We offer a straightforward, no...
27/08/2026

Not sure if your Essendon building's strata management is working as hard as it should be?

We offer a straightforward, no-obligation review of your current arrangement. We'll tell you honestly what we find, including if everything's already in good shape.

No pressure, no pitch, just clarity.

Message us to book a review of your strata management. 03 8606 3570

We're planning our September content and we'd love your input.What strata topic would help you most right now?A) Underst...
18/08/2026

We're planning our September content and we'd love your input.

What strata topic would help you most right now?

A) Understanding your maintenance/sinking fund
B) What actually happens if you don't attend your AGM
C) How to raise a dispute the right way
D) When and how to switch strata managers

Vote in the comments and we'll build next month's content around the top answer.

Winter's on its way out, and that means it's time to start thinking about what spring will bring for Essendon strata bui...
12/08/2026

Winter's on its way out, and that means it's time to start thinking about what spring will bring for Essendon strata buildings.

Gardens waking up, more foot traffic through common areas, and for some buildings, the start of AGM season.

If your owners corporation hasn't looked at the common property since the cooler months set in, now's a good time before things get busy again.

What's on your building's to-do list before spring? Tell us in the comments.

Switching strata managers feels daunting, but it's more common than you think, and it's usually straightforward.Here's w...
11/08/2026

Switching strata managers feels daunting, but it's more common than you think, and it's usually straightforward.

Here's what Essendon owners corporations should consider before making a change:

Review your current contract - check the notice period and any exit clauses. Most contracts allow termination with 30 to 90 days notice.

Get clear on what's not working - is it communication, maintenance follow-through, financial reporting, or response times? Knowing the problem helps you choose the right solution.

Ask for references - any new manager worth considering should be able to provide references from buildings similar to yours.

Assess the handover process - a professional manager will handle the transition for you, including taking over records and communicating with owners.

Thinking about making a change? Book a no-obligation call with our Essendon team.

If you own a lot in an Essendon owners corporation, here's what you're entitled to before every Annual General Meeting.U...
07/08/2026

If you own a lot in an Essendon owners corporation, here's what you're entitled to before every Annual General Meeting.

Under the Owners Corporations Act 2006, you must be given at least 14 days notice of an AGM. The agenda has to cover financial statements, the proposed budget, insurance details, committee elections and any motions being put to owners.

If your last AGM notice didn't include all of that, it's worth asking why.

Got a question about your upcoming AGM? Drop it in the comments.

Disputes in strata buildings are more common than people expect, and most of them are avoidable.Here are the ones we see...
04/08/2026

Disputes in strata buildings are more common than people expect, and most of them are avoidable.

Here are the ones we see most often in Essendon:

Noise complaints - usually between floors. Often solvable with clear communication and the right flooring approvals process.

Renovation disputes - owners making changes without owners corporation approval. This can create real legal liability.

Parking issues - especially in older buildings where car space entitlements aren't clearly documented.

Pet conflicts - most owners corporations have rules about pets, but they're often not communicated clearly to new owners.

Late levy payments - when one owner consistently doesn't pay, it creates pressure on the whole building's finances.

The common thread? Clear rules, communicated well, applied consistently. That's what a good strata manager does.

Dealing with a strata dispute in your Essendon building? Reach out, we can help.

We're thinking about hosting a free information evening for Essendon strata owners, and we want to know if you'd come.Th...
28/07/2026

We're thinking about hosting a free information evening for Essendon strata owners, and we want to know if you'd come.

The idea: a relaxed, no-sales evening where we answer your questions, walk through common strata issues, and give you practical tools to get more out of your owners corporation.

No obligation, no pitch, just useful information from people who know their stuff.

Would you attend something like this?

Vote in the comments:
A) Yes, definitely
B) Maybe, depends on the topic
C) Prefer an online format
D) Not for me

Vote A, B, C or D below, your answer helps us plan the right event for this community.

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