Examples of shortfall scenarios written by Hemsley Paterson | Valuers & Property Advisors

As you would be aware the COVID-19 outbreak has now been declared a pandemic. With this the WA Government has imposed a self-distancing law and could be at t...

In the event a development is constructed over a parcel of land, the new units can be strata titled to enable individual Titles to be issued for each new uni...

Confused about the best practice for your insurance claim? Leave the stress out of it with this simple understanding of the claim process. If your scheme is ...

To confuse the situation a bit more, all strata plans, are not alike. Before you even make an offer on a property you should fully understand the differences...

We commend the Council of Owners at this property in Maylands on some simple additions to their common property just two years ago that make a world of diffe...

So, your strata council has decided to appoint a strata manager. Now you need to source and select one. But how do you choose the right one for your strata c...

Our insurance partners at Strata Community Insurance have created a handy 4 step guide to keeping your property habitable after water damage. Step 1 - Ensure...

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What is Quiet Enjoyment ? Quiet enjoyment is a term from the Strata Titles Act of WA and often referred to by Strata Managers and the strata industry as a wh...

Strata Management fees represent what you believe your strata management service is worth, i.e. your quality of service, level of experience,ability to assis...

The QBE Australian Housing Outlook for 2018-2021 has been released. Perth's 3-year view appears positive. See table below Comments Oversupply of Units/Apartm...

For a while now, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has been concerned about tax deductions individuals have been claiming for a whole host of expenses. Th...

You read it right, we love forms! Why? Well, have you ever played Chinese whispers? If so, then you would know that there are many people involved in receivi...

Once you have decided to make the changes to our services we will follow the below process: Firstly , we will see if you are on a fixed management term with ...

The Community Association Policy that CHU offers to insure Survey Strata in Western Australia has several major benefits to the Lot Owner. The “Insured” is i...

A guide on how you can reduce the risk of termites invading your home!! Keep on top of all leaky taps, hose lines and water heater repairs inside and outside...

What is a Dividing Fence? A dividing fence separates the land of different owners whether the fence is on the common boundary of adjoining lands or on a line...

We have received an increasing number of enquiries from various businesses and Strata Companies recently regarding the possibility of installing individual w...