The Strata World

An Encyclopedia for Strata Living

A nomination for an award?

An award isn’t just about giving away a  trophy. It is   about fuelling motivation. When  condo managers and teams see their work valued, it inspires them to maintain high standards and improve further. An award is also about appreciation. This can  create a ripple effect–an individual’s recognition boosts morale and motivates others in the industry Read more about A nomination for an award?[…]

Does a Council Member has any liability when serving in a Council❓️

Mr Daniel Chen   of Lee & Lee was the Keynote  Speaker for two very interesting and important  topics :Understanding Council Members’ Duties & Liabilities and  the Conduct of  Council Meetings, at a webinar organised by the People’s Association and the MCST Association. Someone asked: “Are the MCST and Council Members liable  if a strata lot Read more about Does a Council Member has any liability when serving in a Council❓️[…]

Customer Experience or  Customer Service❓️

More than 20 distinguished professionals spoke passionately about the essentials for customer experience at the 2024 SCA Australia and New Zealand Conference  for 2 days (4 & 5 Jul) organised by Strata Community Association Australasia,and attended by more than 500 strata managers. Survey  for feedback from  home owners is absolutely necessary. Tom Skiba  shared that Read more about Customer Experience or  Customer Service❓️[…]

Wisely 98 Pte Ltd-an Accredited Strata Firm

Findings from a pilot study conducted by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) indicated that Management Corporations (MCSTs) have reported encouraging satisfaction levels in the service performance of accredited managing agent (MA) firms and individuals. MA Individuals can obtain accreditation at the individual level by undergoing a structured training programme, comprising components conducted by either  Read more about Wisely 98 Pte Ltd-an Accredited Strata Firm[…]

Do you know  what your  insurance policy cover?

The council of a management corporation (MCST) were very excited to organise a water carnival for their estate. A water carnival usually involved bringing inflatable floats into a swimming pool, turning it into a wonderland for children. There would be so much  fun and joy.  It was an event that everyone wanted it happened. ❓️A Read more about Do you know  what your  insurance policy cover?[…]

Is BMSMA silent on the use of management fund for social activities?

A newly installed 1st Council of a management corporation (MCST) were excited about organising a party to create neighbourliness among residents and wanted to use about $5,000 from the management fund.The Council had also decided to replace the existing managing agent (outgoing MA) that had served the MCST  since the issue of the Temporary Occupation Read more about Is BMSMA silent on the use of management fund for social activities?[…]