Sneak Peek Episode 428. Is “DIY” Strata Insurance Possible?
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 Episode 425. Removing the Emotion From Strata Investment
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 Episode 424. What if you could give your building an MRI?
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 Episode 422. Contracts not attached to agendas | carpet uninsured | cash levy payments
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 Episose 421 – How Michael Teys is Helping Strata Managers Find Their Courage
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 Episode 420. Why Natalie Fitzgerald is running for SCA(NSW) Board
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 Episode 419. Apply this risk-reducing strategy to your next remedial works project
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 Episode 418. The life-saving addition to your common property
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 Episode 417. Why the OCN is fed up with the strata “industry”
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 Episode 415. Cash is still legal tender in strata…isn’t it?
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 Episode 413. Broker Bungle | Rolling Levy Motions | Transfer from Court to Tribunal
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 Episode 411. Will you wait to be forced? Dr Nicole Johnston on repairing our buildings
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 Episode 408. Get Ready for The High Life Expo
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 Episode 407. The Deadline Driven World of Strata Management
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 Episode 404. How We Can Get Strata Management Right, Right Now
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 Episode 403. Strata Management’s Future: Reena Weighs In
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 Episode 402. “Does it pass the pub test?” Tyrone Shandiman on insurance commissions and broker fees
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 Episode 401. From one to many: how Allume has unlocked solar for apartments
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.
Sneak Peek Episode 400. Can an owner force their building to make an insurance claim?
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: where an owner’s property is damaged through no fault of the owners corporation, can they force their owners corporation to claim on the building’s insurance policy? Reena and I discuss. I also share another Tribunal win for a self-represented owner and member of our online community. Full episode out this week.
Sneak Peek Episode 397. Insurers are demanding more from ageing buildings
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: what happens when a strata committee ignores the restrictions placed on it by the owners corporation? Reena Van Aalst and I discuss this question and more.
Sneak Peek Episode 396. Hybrid strata loans have become even more flexible
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Andrew Boss of Austrata joins me to unpack the latest version of their hybrid strata loan, which allows owners to opt out and self-fund when the time is right for them, plus resolves some pesky taxation quandaries.
Sneak Peek Episode 395. The Clever Mapping Helping to Electrify Strata – With Wattblock
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Brent Clark joins me to share how Wattblock is “electrifying strata”, including new mapping available to track the electrification progress of strata schemes in a particular area – helping purchasers find their next eco-apartment.
Sneak Peek Episode 394. Another Win in the Battle Against Nuisance Smoke Drift
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Fresh from a win in the NSW Tribunal, strata owner Amanda Reitzin shares the hard fought path she travelled to ensure a cigarette smoke-free home for herself and her children.
Sneak Peek Episode 393. How to Easily Reduce Strata Energy Costs
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Sally Pollard of Strata Energy Services joins me to explain how they’re leveraging the power of the collective to help strata buildings across the country save millions in energy costs.
Sneak Peek Episode 391. Access for AFSS sign-off, damaged blinds and…a strata wedding!
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: in our last chat for 2023, Reena and I share the week’s wins and challenges, including a surprising special event that took place in my own building.
Sneak Peek Episode 390: How Nikki Jovicic of Look Up Strata is Empowering Owners
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Nikki Jovicic of Look Up Strata joins me to share our common passion of empowering owners through strata knowledge, including a discussion on the ripple effect of strata managers having access to quality education.
Sneak Peek Episode 389: Unwrapping convenience and security this season: a better way to manage parcel deliveries
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Jo Hall of Groundfloor Parcel Lockers joins me to explain how strata buildings can better manage the tsunami of parcel deliveries in today’s online shopping age.
Sneak Peek Episode 388: From Poor Cousin to Priority: the Future of Strata, with NSW Strata Commissioner John Minns
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: NSW Strata Commissioner John Minns joins me to reveal his predominant focus and priorities for the strata sector.
Sneak Peek Episode 387: How to Plan for Emergencies – with Leanne Habib and Megan Chatterton
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Leanne Habib and Megan Chatterton join me to explain the importance of emergency preparedness, and encourage strata owners to complete a survey, the results of which will direct future helpful resources for forward-thinking buildings.
Sneak Peek Episode 386: A contract quandary | EV charging grant pressure | finally: electronic records
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena and I discuss the role of a building manager in correctly facilitating contract work, and more.