Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: HR expert @Nick Hedges joins me to explain the new “right to disconnect” laws and how they are expected to impact strata management - a business where after-hours work is not only common but maybe even necessary. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Tracy Longo of Homes for Homes  joins me to reveal the tiny step property owners can take today to ensure more secure housing for vulnerable Australians. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena gives us an insight into the low morale and general sense of despair being experienced by our strata managers at the moment, having been tarred with a single brush. We’re also discussing best practice when significant funds need to be raised urgently. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena Van Aalst points out the additional work that strata managers often do to keep committee members focussed. We also revisit the recent discussion about agency agreements and insurance commissions. (Reena off-camera this week 😊) Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: I’m bringing you last Friday’s LIVE chat about nasty emails in strata managers’ inboxes. Who is to blame? Weigh in on the debate after listening to the full episode, out this week.

In this week's podcast episode, Reena Van Aalst and I ask: what's being done to address the abysmal way some strata managers are treated by their clients? We also share a smart idea for more successfully managing buildings under a compulsory appointment, and celebrate a self-represented owner's Tribunal win. You can listen to the full episode here: https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/437-nasty-emails-compulsory-appointments-new-year-wins/

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: @Chris Miller is hitting the ground running this year, with ideas for strata managers who are looking to add value to their service offering and fill the gap left when insurance commissions are no longer subsidising management fees. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: In our final episode for 2024, Reena’s pulling back the curtain on poor building management practices and asking the question: why aren’t building managers held to the same standard as strata managers? We also debate Section 55 in the NSW strata legislation. What the heck is it supposed to mean? Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: In our final episode for 2024, Reena’s pulling back the curtain on poor building management practices and asking the question: why aren’t building managers held to the same standard as strata managers? We also debate Section 55 in the NSW strata legislation. What the heck is it supposed to mean? Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Ben Hughes-Brown joins me to explain the steps some buildings are taking to ensure they can safely keep their combustible cladding in place. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Paul Keating of Strata Community Insurance joins me to share his thoughts at the end of a year in which strata insurance as a “brand” has suffered some blows.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Lisa Macqueen from Clean Corp joins me to explain how the impact of a clean strata building reverberates through a community in many important ways. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena and I ponder the question: can strata owners make their own insurance arrangements, or must they go through a strata manager and/or broker? Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Ailinh Ginh joins me to explain how she’s helping property investors make better buying decisions. 

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Bruce McKenzie and Stephen Thornton join me to explain the new technology that’s allowing owners to obtain a comprehensive scan of the structure and fabric of their strata building.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena seeks my view on whether contracts to be approved at general meetings need to be attached to agendas, and we revisit our earlier discussion about accepting levy payments in cash. Full episode out this week. 

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Michael Teys joins me to help unpack the latest work health and safety case that affects everyone in strata (not just industrial complexes). He also explains how he’s helping strata managers be more courageous. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: it’s time for SCA (NSW) members to elect a new board. Strata manager Natalie Fitzgerald joins me on the podcast this week to explain why she’s putting her hand up. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Sam Hogg of PASG Projects joins me to explain the role of a project manager in strata remedial works projects, including how communication has the power to mitigate risk and improve outcomes. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Kurtis Vuko of Pulse Defibs joins me to explain why you should be prepared to save your neighbour’s life. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Karen Stiles of the Owners Corporation Network joins me for a frank discussion about how owners are feeling in the fallout from the ABC News investigation into strata management practices. We also consider the ways in which our Tribunal and Fair Trading appear to be failing owners. Full episode out this week.  

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena Van Aalst surprises me with the revelation that, for some buildings, it’s impossible to pay your strata levies in cash 😲 Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena Van Aalst and I tackle a curly question about budgeting and resolutions to keep quarterly levies at the same rate “until redetermined”. Are they legal? Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Dr Nicole Johnston joins me to share her soon-to-be-published research, confirming what many in #strata have known to be true for quite some time: owners are not meeting their legal duty to properly repair and maintain their buildings, and it’s probably time for some government intervention. Full episode out this week

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Amy Brand of Let Me Be Frank and Julie Mclean join me to share what we can expect from The High Life Expo, happening in-person in Melbourne on 1 June AND online over the next month. Full episode out this week. 

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena Van Aalst joins me to explain the long list of tasks a strata manager must complete in order to meet deadlines that are mostly imposed by legislation. The list is getting longer, yet strata management fees remain the same. How can this be sustained? Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Daniel Holt of Strata Sense joins me, explaining why those strata managers who want to secure their place as trusted professionals need to speak up. Now. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena Van Aalst joins me to discuss her initial reactions to the media attention on strata management remuneration models, explaining the dramatic shift she says must take place. Full episode out this week

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Tyrone Shandiman of the Australian Consumers Insurance Lobby joins me, explaining ACIL’s conclusion that up to 30% of strata managers may be engaging in questionable practices when it comes to third-party payments, together with a call for more owners and industry players to speak up and share their stories. Full episode out this week.

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Will Antsee joins me to explain how Allume is making rooftop solar accessible and equitable for everyone living in strata. Full episode out this week.