With a rapidly growing high-rise population, strata communities and strata managers are set to play an increasingly important role in Melbourne’s future. As the strata sector grows, owners corporations across the city are working to ensure their buildings maintain market appeal in a changing environment and with increasing cost-of-living pressures. Strata managers are integral […]
Owners Corporation
What is an Owners Corporation
What is an Owners Corporation? Take a close look at the entrance to any block of privately owned flats or apartments. You’ll almost certainly see a sign or a letter box dedicated to a Body Corporate, or Owners Corporation (OC). This is the name of the organisation elected by unit or lot owners to manage […]
Your Owners Corporation, now and tomorrow
Your owners corporation in Melbourne, now and tomorrow As a member, or potentially part of an owners corporation in Melbourne, what issues should you be aware of now and in the future? One crucial reality of housing, accommodation and property investment you’re almost certainly aware of is that Melbourne is growing, and growing fast. Whether […]
Property questions first—what not to look for in a great owners corporation manager?
When phrases like the Manhattanisation of Melbourne enter the argot, you know that apartment investments and dwellings have gone mainstream, writes Melbourne owners corporation specialist, Ben Willox. With around 31,000 apartments completed since 2012*, Melbourne’s position as the Australian leader in unit development and community living continues. With it comes a range of issues that […]
