Strata Management Consultants - Change Owners Corporations

28/08/2026

Would you change strata managers in the middle of major façade works?

That was the decision facing the Committee at Monash Corporate Business Park in Clayton, a commercial and mixed-use OC with 60 lots across three buildings.

Major works were already underway. Contractors were engaged, reporting was active and financial commitments had been made.

The Committee wanted to review its strata management arrangement, but a poorly managed transition could have disrupted the project.

So they took a structured approach. We worked with the Committee to review:

• management responsibilities and fees
• Committee powers and delegations
• financial statements and current costs
• the status of the façade works
• the operational needs of the site

A competitive tender process then allowed the Committee to compare suitable managers on a like-for-like basis, including the incumbent.

One result stood out.

The average annual management cost fell from around $880 per lot to approximately $474 per lot. A saving of about $406 per lot each year.

But the bigger outcome was clarity. The Committee gained:

✔ clearer visibility over services and fees
✔ confidence in the tender process
✔ a manager suited to the complexity of the site
✔ a smooth transition without disrupting the façade works

For commercial OCs, major works can make changing managers feel too risky.

But with the right process, it is possible to test the market and make a change without putting active projects at risk.

📖 Read the full case study here: https://strataconsultants.com.au/case-study/changing-strata-managers-during-capital-works-for-commercial-owners-corporations?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=aug_28_26

If your Committee is weighing up a change of strata manager, call our Strata Management Consultants at (03) 9007 2618 for guidance on the next steps.

How commercial owners corporations change strata managers during major capital works while managing cost, risk and project continuity through a structured process.

25/08/2026

A successful strata management change should feel well managed from beginning to end.

For this Highett Owners Corporation, the final result mattered, but so did the experience of getting there.

Jordan and our team supported the Committee at each stage, helping make the process easier to navigate all the way through to an outcome they were happy with.

If end-to-end support is what your Committee is looking for, we’re here to help.

📞 Contact us here: https://strataconsultants.com.au/contact-us?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=aug_25_26

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20/08/2026

What if your strata manager is not working out, but the contract still has months to run?

That does not always mean your Committee has to wait. A mid-contract change can be possible, but the details matter.

We've listed the steps worth understanding before you act 👇🏻

Read more: https://strataconsultants.com.au/articles/how-to-change-your-strata-manager-mid-contract?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=aug_20_26

If your Committee is weighing up a change, we can help you understand your position and what comes next.

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07/08/2026

A Sydney apartment owner expected to contribute towards major waterproofing works. What she didn’t expect was for her share to rise from about $52,500 to around $64,000 once financing costs were added.

The waterproofing works were reported to cost about $6.2 million. With a four-year strata loan and interest, the total amount owners will repay rises to approximately $7.5 million.

The case shows why long-term maintenance planning and levy forecasting matter.

When major building works are needed but existing funds are not enough to cover them, OCs may need to raise additional levies or borrow money, adding further financial pressure for lot owners.

Is your building putting enough aside today for the major repairs it will need tomorrow?

Waterproofing systems, roofs, façades and other shared assets all have a limited lifespan.

Planning for those costs early can make a significant difference when major works eventually become necessary.

Our latest article explains why OC levies are rising in 2026, what drives those increases and what Committees can do to better prepare for future costs.

📖 Read the full article: https://strataconsultants.com.au/articles/why-melbourne-strata-fees-are-rising-2026?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=aug_07_26

Melbourne strata management fees are rising in 2026. Learn what’s driving levies higher and what Committees should review to avoid costly surprises.

28/07/2026

Great buildings deserve management that matches.

From day-to-day operations to long-term planning, your strata team should be setting the standard, not falling behind.

Ready to raise the bar for your property?

👉🏻 Visit the link in our bio to review your strata management options today.
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08/07/2026

Is your Committee asking the right questions before choosing a strata manager?

Looking beyond proposals and pricing can help uncover the differences that have the greatest impact over time.

Take a look at our practical checklist before making your decision ↓

Read more: https://strataconsultants.com.au/articles/checklist-before-appointing-a-new-strata-manager?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=july_08_26

Our team can help your Committee compare the right options and choose the best fit for your building → https://strataconsultants.com.au/contact-us?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=july_08_26 | 📞 (03) 9007 2618

01/07/2026

It rarely starts with the decision to change your OC manager. It starts with a thought.

Before you know it, your Committee is wondering whether this is simply how strata management is supposed to be.

The truth is, it doesn't have to be.

If you're thinking about making a change, we're here to help make the transition a smooth one. Learn more about changing your OC manager →

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22/06/2026

Second-guessing a change in strata management because the process seems too complicated?

Often, it's not the decision that's holding Committees back. It's uncertainty around what comes next.

Jordan and our team supported this Brunswick West OC through a structured tender and transition process, helping turn a long-considered change into a practical next step.

When you’re ready to make the change, we're here to help simplify the process.

📞 Contact us here: https://strataconsultants.com.au/contact-us?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=june_22_26

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18/06/2026

When this Committee looked into a $30,000 insurance increase, they uncovered a much bigger problem.

A South Yarra Committee was facing a sharp rise in insurance costs, with premiums projected to increase from around $29,000 to nearly $60,000.

But as they dug deeper, they discovered the building had been operating under an expired management agreement, with no clear framework for accountability or performance.

The insurance increase wasn't the real issue. It simply exposed it.

With issues and growing uncertainty around how key matters were being managed, the Committee needed clarity on where they stood and what needed to change.

That's when they engaged us. Working alongside the Committee, we:

• identified governance and management gaps
• aligned Committee members around a clear direction
• managed a structured tender process
• guided the selection of a new strata manager
• coordinated the transition and compliance requirements

The outcome:

✔ full Committee alignment on key decisions
✔ appointment of a new strata manager on a 2-year agreement
✔ clearer accountability and service expectations
✔ better visibility over building operations and priorities
✔ stronger positioning to manage rising insurance costs
✔ greater confidence in future decision-making

Rising costs often force Committees to ask difficult questions.

In this case, those questions led to better management and a clearer path forward.

If your building is facing similar challenges, we can help you assess where things stand and guide the next steps → 📞 (03) 9007 2618 | 🌐 https://strataconsultants.com.au/contact-us?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_post&utm_campaign=june_18_26

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See how a South Yarra Committee handled rising insurance costs, improved governance and transitioned to a better strata manager.

15/06/2026

Has your OC Manager helped your Committee move forward this year or have the same frustrations continued month after month?

EOFY can be the perfect time to step back.

Here's why many Committees use this time to review their options ⬇️

And if concerns arise before then, we can help you review your options sooner rather than later

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