Your Strata Property With Amanda Farmer

  Committee member Gordon Streight and strata manager Reena Van Aalst share: the importance of establishing "systems" to best manage owner renovation worksthe no. 1 reason to improve your strata buildingthe joy of "data" and why it's key to making a project of any size happenhow to ensure that only the best strata managers want... The post 254. How to add value to your strata investment appeared first on Your Strata Property.

  Reena and I call out a downside of the electronic age: are committees 'silencing' owners by insisting on pre-meeting electronic voting for every meeting? We also discuss: the building that turned a blind eye to illegal alterations, now having to unravel the results when a strata loan can save the dayThursday's by-law webinar: secure your spot here Links... The post 253. Can I force my building to have a meeting in person? appeared first on Your Strata Property.

  Hedley Swann of Strata Next joins me this week, sharing: the big mistakes strata managers are making with their marketingthe real problem owners want a strata manager to solvehow the decision to serve a smaller market will guarantee you greater success Links mentioned: Get the transcript here! Facebook Friday Live with Amanda Farmer and Hedley SwannStrata Next... The post 252. Strata marketing 101 – with Hedley Swann appeared first on Your Strata Property.

  Despite the NSW Court of Appeal invalidating a by-law banning pets months ago, strata committees are continuing to enforce these by-laws. What are their chances of success and what can would-be pet owners do in the face of a ban? Plus, Reena and I discuss: the owner who won't take responsibility for the spa on... The post 251. Why are pet bans still being enforced? appeared first on Your Strata Property.

This being episode 250, we’re celebrating our 5th birthday!  We’ve covered a lot of ground since those first few wobbly episodes, but there’s always more to learn and share.  This week, I’m highlighting some of the comments I received after last week’s discussion about asbestos in fire doors. I also share insights from the conference... The post 250. Are vaccine by-laws around the corner? appeared first on Your Strata Property.

In this packed episode, Reena and I cover: what can be done when an owner won't agree to their front fire door being tested for asbestos why anti-discrimination legislation is increasingly relevant to stratathe owners who successfully proved the unreasonable refusal of their renovation applicationwhy we need more access to unreported cases from our Tribunalswhy I'm... The post 249. Asbestos in fire door | hard flooring discrimination | unreasonable refusal appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Last week, one of my clients successfully obtained NCAT orders for the appointment of a compulsory strata manager. In this episode, I’m sharing my 4 key takeaways from this hard fought case, including a wake up call for committee secretaries who may be under the misapprehension they can rule the roost. Links mentioned: Get the... The post 248. A warning to “autocratic” secretaries appeared first on Your Strata Property.

At a time when our world remains a little more topsy turvy than we'd like, I'm bringing you the audio from my Shared Space Summit chat with Charles Vogl: world leading expert on community building. During times of crisis, it is our strong, connected communities that thrive. Charles explains how. Links mentioned: Get the transcript here!Your Strata... The post 247. The Art of Community – with Charles Vogl appeared first on Your Strata Property.

No strangers to difficult times, Reena and I hit the ground running with this episode. We’re covering: the rights of a tenant when tree roots damage a sewer and cause flooding from that most undesirable of sources: the toiletthe building with a diminishing valuation and a novel offer from a valuerwhy compulsory appointments won’t give... The post 246. Tree roots | insurance valuations | fence dispute win appeared first on Your Strata Property.

In this short, final episode for 2020, I'm pointing you in the direction of our Top 5 Podcast Episodes for the year. There may be some surprises here!  I'll be leaving you to your holiday festivities and new year's eve preparations next week, back with the first episode for 2021 in the first week of January. Bringing the... The post 245. Top 5 Podcast Episodes of 2020 appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Reena and I discuss: what happens when a committee is deadlocked on the election of its office bearerswhy strata managers should not blindly accept their client's instructionsthe strata loan that came to the rescue the Court of Appeal case confirming the power of the NSW Tribunal to award damages to lot owners. Links mentioned: Get... The post 244. No committee office bearers | invalid instructions to agent | reduced building sum insured appeared first on Your Strata Property.

In this live chat with Dr Nicole Johnston, we cover: your last chance to join the Strata Concepts online education forum (registrations close today!)pandemic silver linings for our property sectorNicole's newest research project, giving you a chance to have your say on strata insurance  Links mentioned: Get the transcript here!Strata Concepts Education Series registration pageFriday... The post 243. Get ready for a strata insurance game changer – with Dr Nicole Johnston appeared first on Your Strata Property.

I'm joined by Tom Welsby of ResVu. Tom and his team have created a powerful software that helps strata managers connect with their customers. Tom shares with us how the clever collection and analysis of data can result in better decision-making and more vibrant communities.  Links mentioned: Get the transcript here!Do less, then obsess ResVu WebsiteResVu... The post 242. How ResVu uses data to help strata managers impress their clients appeared first on Your Strata Property.

With the kind permission of Veronica Morgan and Chris Bates of The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast, this week I’m bringing you part of an interview we recently recorded together for their podcast. We discuss the common misunderstandings of new strata owners, how to avoid a renovation headache by making a smarter purchasing decision and my latest experience... The post 241. Strata surprises, successful renovations and regretful records: my chat with Veronica Morgan appeared first on Your Strata Property.

This week, Reena and I discuss: How do we safely hold in-person strata meetings?The handy hack Reena is using to improve her online meetingsDoes the Return & Earn scheme have a place in our strata communities? I'm also reminding you to register for By-Law Boot Camp. Last session this Sunday, 8pm AEDT. Links mentioned: Secure your... The post 240. Safe strata meetings | online meeting hacks | return and earn appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Brain training. Abstract symbol of education. 3d illustration I’m putting your by-laws to the test: would they crack under pressure? I also have your special invitation to Strata Boot Camp: time to get those by-laws in shape for 2021. Links mentioned: Take the test FOR FREE over at www.yourstrataproperty.com.au/testSecure your Boot Camp spot NOW: stratabootcamp.comGet... The post 239. Join me for Strata Boot Camp appeared first on Your Strata Property.

In this episode, Reena and I answer these questions: Are all by-laws banning pets now invalid?Why can’t I mail in my general meeting vote?When will an insurer pay temporary accommodation expenses?What does the new Code of Conduct mean for our short term letting by-laws? Links mentioned: Get the transcript here!Watch Amanda’s Facebook Live with Jo... The post 238. Beware “paper” votes | accommodation costs covered | new code of conduct appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Adam Hirst of Mirvac joins me to explain "Build to Rent" - in particular, Australia's first renter-only apartment community, LIV Indigo at Sydney Olympic Park. Adam explains the attraction of this unique model. Could it possibly be the complete absence of strata governance structures and strata title legislation? Surely not... Links mentioned: Get the transcript... The post 237. Will “Build to Rent” Disrupt the Strata Sector? appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Last Friday I interviewed Jo Cooper and her lawyer, Sharon Levy, over on our Facebook page. Jo is the lot owner who recently convinced the NSW Court of Appeal that the by-law banning pets at her building is invalid. This episode is an edited version of that chat, taking your behind the scenes of this... The post 236. Jo Cooper and Sharon Levy on their Court of Appeal win appeared first on Your Strata Property.

Reena and I work through the following challenges: are investor owners still entitled to use common property facilities like the pool, gym and concierge even though they don't live in the property?what is best practice for managing major works projects from start to finish?  and a couple of wins: how Reena took on NBN and wonthe... The post 235. Facilities for residents only | getting large projects right | magnesite solution appeared first on Your Strata Property.