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2020 Office Closure Dates
Our team will be enjoying a much-deserved break over the Christmas and New Year period. All Capitol offices will be closed at 4.30pm on Tuesday 22 December 2020 and will reopen at 9.00am on Monday 11 January 2021. As always, if you have an emergency maintenance matter...
How does Queensland body corporate legislation differ from other states?
Body corporate rules and legislation apply, whether you live in a body corporate property in Port Douglas, Paramatta or Perth. You might think there would be one cohesive standard that applies to everyone owning or renting an apartment, but in actuality, there are...
Body corporate manager or property manager – which one do I need?
Strata property owners can sometimes get confused between the roles of body corporate manager and property manager, and it’s easy to see why. The roles sound similar and many people think they do the same thing – but they are actually quite different. At first glance,...
Five wrong beliefs about body corporate insurance
Body corporate insurance is a safeguard that will protect both you and your property as a lot owner. It provides general insurance cover for the common property and assets which are managed under a body corporate scheme. Lot owners share the premiums for body...
What you need to know about the body corporate before buying a unit
Buying a unit is an exciting time in anyone’s life. However, don’t just get caught up with the logistics, appearance and location of the unit itself. There’s more you need to consider – as ownership of a unit comes complete with membership of a body corporate. Before...
Understanding your electricity bill
Electricity bills in a body corporate scheme can sometimes seem complicated. If you’re struggling to make sense of all the details on your bill, it can help to have a more in-depth look at all the aspects of your bill. The Queensland Government has published the below...
The latest on pets in strata
We love our pets, and many of us couldn’t imagine life without them. Particularly at the moment, our pets may be keeping us sane and calm as we’re spending more time at home and less time socialising. Pets are loyal, loving and comforting, and are often treasured...
Tips to keep children entertained in an apartment
It can be daunting trying to keep your children occupied during lockdown when you live in an apartment or unit. Even as coronavirus restrictions start to ease, it will likely be awhile before life will return to what we used to call “normal”. The majority of sports...
From the Commissioner – Abandonment
Ever get a feeling of abandonment? It might not seem like an obvious body corporate issue, but abandoned vehicles are – judging from enquiries my office receives – a topic of increasing interest for bodies corporate as well as other owners. It’s easy to understand...
Seven signs it’s time to employ a body corporate manager
It can often be a difficult choice between self-management or using a body corporate manager in your strata scheme. While each has its pros and cons, there are seven signs that will help you realise when it’s time to use a strata manager. You’ll know it’s time to...
Body corporate fences – a divisive issue
A good fence can offer protection, a visual guideline to property ownership and can help keep relationships between neighbours sweet. However, body corporate fences present a challenge when it comes to maintenance. Often, no one really seems to know who is responsible...
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