Strata Life

🏢 Strata Life Episode 30 is LIVE! Is your common property maintenance up to legal standards? ⚖️ Let’s talk strata law, body corporate duties, and what every Victorian property owner needs to know! 💡

🎧 Tune in now to get expert insights from our strata legal team—because when it comes to Melbourne strata management, compliance matters.

I want to cover today common property maintenance. Disagreements usually arise in respect of maintenance of common property that relates to gardens, hallways, and pools. It often arises when some residents feel as if it's not being properly maintained or others think the cost is too e...

🎙️ Fur babies vs. by-laws? 🐶🐾 It's the debate shaking up strata communities across Melbourne!

In this episode of Strata Life, we dive into the legal ins and outs of pet ownership disputes, common property rights, and how strata rules really work under Victorian law.

🏢 If you live in or manage a strata property — this one’s for you. Let’s clear the confusion and protect your rights the smart way.

I want to cover in this episode disputes over pet ownership. Strata communities often have strict pet policies that residents may disregard leading to conflicts that relat...

🎧 Strata Life S3E28: Unauthorised Renovations – Know Your Rights! Renovating without approval? It could cost more than you think. 🚫🔨 Discover how to manage unauthorised works legally and protect your strata community.

In today's session, I want to cover unauthorized renovations. I understand that residents sometimes carry out renovations without first asking the approval from the strata committee that could lead to risks, safety risks, damage to shared spaces and violations of the building codes. So, an example of it is where a resident would knock down internal walls of their apartment or unit without the approval of the strata...

🎙️ Strata Life S3E27: Disputes Amongst Residents Conflict in your building? From noise complaints to boundary issues, resident disputes can escalate fast.

In this episode, we break down strata dispute resolution, owners corporation obligations, and peaceful co-existence—with expert insights tailored for Victoria’s strata laws. 🏢⚖️

🎧 Tune in to stay informed, avoid legal pitfalls, and foster better community living.

I want to cover disputes among residents. Conflicts often arise because or due to noise, harking, pets, and the misuse of common areas. Such disputes can create tension between the community and require mediation o...

🔧 Strata Life: Tackling Maintenance & Building Defects with Confidence! 🏗️🏢

Building defects and maintenance disputes can be a legal maze! 🌀 Our latest Strata Life episode unpacks owner vs. OC responsibilities, defect claims, and compliance under Victoria’s strata laws. ✅

🎧 Tune in now for expert legal guidance on strata laws in Victoria, Melbourne! Let’s protect your property and rights together. ⚖️🏡

I want to focus today on maintenance and building defects. It's important that those who live in strata communities and those who are also in the committee to understand the difference between repairing and maintaining common property because they w...

🌟 Strata Life: Navigating Rising Costs with Smart Financial Management! 💰🏡

Strata fees are climbing, and financial management is more critical than ever! 📈 Our latest Strata Life podcast unpacks cost-saving strategies, budget planning, and legal insights to keep your strata community thriving. 💡✅

🎧 Tune in now to stay ahead with expert legal guidance on strata laws in Victoria, Melbourne! Let’s secure your financial future together. ⚖️🏢

Today's episode, I want to talk about what has been quite frustrating for strata communities, particularly owners, when it comes to raising levies and that is on financial management and rising costs. Mismanagement...

🐾 Can Strata Ban Your Furry Friend? 🏢⚖️

Strata laws in Victoria are evolving—can committees legally say no to pets? In this episode of Strata Life, we uncover the legalities, owner rights, and what VCAT has to say! 🎙️🐶🐱

🔹 Know your legal rights

🔹 Strata by-laws & pet policies

🔹 How to challenge unfair rules

Stay informed, protect your rights, and ensure a pet-friendly strata living! 🎧✨

In this episode, I want to talk about the question ultimately asked by those, especially who are new in living in strata communities. And that is, is it illegal to ban pets in strata c...

📈 Strata Life Episode 23 🎧Facing rising insurance premiums as a landlord? We've got practical tips and legal insights to help you manage costs effectively. Stay informed, stay protected!

For today's episode, I want to delve on what I've noticed is increasing in the strata industry and that is about the struggles in managing the increase of insurance premium. I want to highlight three things that you should note in respect of how to avoid or at least manage increase in your strata premium. An increase in strata premium means an increase in your levy. One of the things is reg...

🏢 Strata Life S3E22: Electing a Proactive Committee! 🏢

A well-managed strata starts with the right leadership! In this episode, we break down key legal insights, compliance essentials, and pro tips for electing a committee that works for you, not against you. ✅💼

If you’re navigating by-laws, owner disputes, AGM decisions, or governance challenges in Victoria, Melbourne—this one’s for you! 🎙️🔍

📢 Tune in now and future-proof your strata community!

Welcome to Strata Life Podcast! I would like to talk in this episode with you today about electing a proactive committee. As owners, you ha...

🏢 Strata Life S3E21: Levy Arrears & Your Legal Rights! ⚖️

Are unpaid strata levies causing stress in your Owners Corporation? 🤯 In this episode, we break down levy arrears, debt recovery, and your legal rights under Victoria’s strata laws. Stay ahead with expert insights on Owners Corporation management, avoiding disputes, and protecting your property investment.

💬 Got strata questions? We provide legal guidance to keep your community running smoothly! DM us or tune in now. 🎧✨

In the last episode, I talked about high strata community levies. I'm going to cover now what's somewhat related; levy arrear...