It is said that gen Z and younger will work in jobs that don’t even exist yet. Drone managers, virtual reality developers, self-driving car mechanics and human technology integration specialist could be sought-after jobs in the future. But what is a human technology integration specialist? Well as technology, particularly AI, grows increasingly sophisticated, businesses and […]
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Housing Affordability Challenge – The Figures, Myths & Roads Forward
Housing affordability is continually discussed, debated and a hot topic for headlines. But what is the true story? Core Logic and the CPA Association gathered together to create this eBook and outline the truth about housing affordability, and busts the easy myths and excuses. The cost of buying a house is 7.2 times the annual income […]
Simple Solutions – Look for something different
As people, we often over complicate a matter and chase the biggest solution, when often the solution is easier than you expect. A common problem in buildings are slow lifts, often the solution considered costs $100,000s and includes lift upgrades. But a building in New York decided to install mirrors in the building’s foyers on […]
7 Rules for Strata Levies
[one-half-first] [/one-half-first] [one-half]Strata levies are the one contact point that a strata building has with each owner. While 100% attendance should occur at the AGM, we all know it doesn’t happen, not even close. This makes the management of levies and therefore expenses the single biggest duty of the committee and strata manager. When considering […]
Strata Committee Members, Should they be Paid?
The performance of the strata committees is regularly questioned and challenged with little regard to the fact these committees are volunteers. While this has been the same for 50 years apartment developments & realestate values have grown dramatically. Strata committees are regularly now in control of assets with rebuild costs more that $100million and sale […]
Virtual Reality (VR) will change your apartment
In 1995 internet explorer became standard on windows computers. This was the start of the internet becoming a daily essential. In 2014 google launched “Cardboard” it’s virtual reality software and app that turns any smart phone, with the help of a $10 headset, into a VR experience machine. What does this have to do with apartments? […]
Lift Phone Lines and Telco Hardware
2 minutes lesson Equipment: Lifts What: Communication Equipment Risk: You change lift maintenance provider and the new provider charges you for equipment just to connect the phone line. How does this happen: Some lift companies have their own communication equipment, so if the company changes the new company can’t connect the phone line to their […]
Strata Security Swipe Card Audit – Checklist & Process
Strata security is expected by all apartment owners. And the majority of apartment buildings have an access control security system restricting access into the building and basement to only authorised personnel. This system is regularly taken for granted until a break-in occurs or a new problem arises. The new problem making buildings look at their […]
7 things every Strata Committee needs to do in 2018
As we all face 2018 and residential apartment prices continue to grow in Sydney and New South Wales we have outlined the top must do’s for every strata committee in 2018. Every item below is a mini insurance policy for your buildings future and current value. 1.Facade Cladding The Grenfell fire in London made the combustible […]