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Top Websites To Find Your Perfect Strata Property
Are you in the market for a strata property in Sydney? With the abundance of options available, finding the perfect strata property can be a daunting task. Fortunately, there are several websites specifically designed to help you streamline your search and find the ideal strata property tailored to your needs. Let's explore some of the top platforms: Residential Strata Property Soho Discover a fresh approach to finding your ideal strata property with Soho.com.au. As a platfor

Timothy Lee
3 min read


Reclaim Your Space: Sustainable Solutions for Disposing and Recycling Unwanted Items
In a world where consumerism often leads to clutter, finding sustainable ways to dispose and recycle unwanted items is becoming increasingly important. Especially when storage, or the lack of it, is often an issue in strata living. Fortunately, there are numerous services and initiatives available that make it easy to responsibly manage our possessions. From The Bower to Givit, let's explore a variety of options for decluttering while minimising environmental impact. Jump to:

Timothy Lee
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Strata Smarts: Your Essential Financing Guide for Apartment Ownership
In the dynamic real estate landscape of Sydney, apartments have emerged as a popular choice for prospective homebuyers and investors seeking affordability and convenience. With skyrocketing property prices and limited housing supply, apartments offer a more accessible entry point into the market compared to traditional houses. However, securing a home loan for an apartment purchase in Sydney requires careful consideration and due diligence. Home Loans for Apartments Here are

Timothy Lee
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Strata Property Preferences: What Sydney Buyers Really Want
Considering purchasing your first strata property, whether as an owner-occupier or owner-investor, what are purchasers looking for? New findings from the City Futures Research Centre at the University of NSW highlight the preferences of strata buyers, emphasising a preference for medium-density or smaller apartment complexes over towering high-rises. According to the study commissioned by the Government Architect that surveyed 260 apartment purchasers, more than half of apart

Timothy Lee
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The Who's Who in Strata: Industry Associations
In the vibrant world of strata management, several key associations play pivotal roles in advocating for stakeholders, promoting best practices, and fostering community engagement. Among these, the Australian Apartment Advocacy (AAA), Owners Corporation Network (OCN), Strata Community Association NSW (SCA NSW), and Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) stand out as influential bodies shaping the landscape of strata living in Australia and in particular New South W

Timothy Lee
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Parking Space Levy: What Strata Owners Need to Know
The Parking Space Levy (PSL), commenced in 1992, is part of the NSW Government's efforts to alleviate congestion in major business areas across Sydney. By discouraging car usage in leviable districts and promoting public transport, the PSL funds approximately $100 million annually for vital infrastructure enhancements like commuter car parks and interchanges. This initiative impacts owners of private parking spaces including those within strata communities. that fall into th

Timothy Lee
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