BUYING OR SELLING IN A COMMUNITY TITLES SCHEME New seller disclosure requirements are commencing on 1 August 2025. As part of this change, disclosure of the community management statement (CMS) and the introduction of the body corporate certificate (BCC) will help ensure those buying a lot in a community titles scheme (CTS) are fully informed […]

COMMITTEES NEED TO BE ACTIVE IN THE MANAGEMENT RIGHTS ASSIGNMENT PROCESS Three things for committees to know about management rights assignments: Management rights are a contract and need to be treated as such. A potential buyer’s bona fides need to be checked. Seeking early legal advice is key to a successful assignment. Find out more […]

BUYING AND SELLING CHECKLIST FOR STRATA PROPERTIES IN QLD Buying and selling checklist updated for New Seller Disclosure Requirements Effective 1 August 2025. Buying or selling a freehold residential or commercial strata property in Queensland involves more than a standard property transaction.  Disclosure obligations under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (Qld), the […]

INTERIM LEVIES EXPLAINED: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW In part 1, we explained how levies are determined and what they are for. In part 2, we explain interim levies—what they are, how they are determined, and why they sometimes cause fluctuations in periodic levies often confusing lot owners. Understanding interim levies and how they are […]

STRATA FINANCE A HOT TOPIC AFTER ALFRED LEAVES TOWN The looming threat of Cyclone Alfred transfixed the nation for a few days back in March. After it hit, most of the country moved on, except of course for the Queenslanders directly affected by its damage. I’ve been speaking with a lot of affected owners about […]