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Discovering the Power of Community: Beyond the Boundaries of a Scheme
In this article Hendrik Hoffmann puts things into perspective as he recently learned what the true value of a community is.
Recognising the value of managing agents: 6 ways to advance the profession
In this blog post, Hendrik Hoffmann discusses how important it is for trustees to recognise the value of managing agents and the importance of fair compensation.
Top 6 frequently asked auditing questions
In a recent blog post by Alistair, he provides clarity on frequently asked auditing questions.
Your guide to understanding levies
In our new blog post, Marion Fogell, shares her research and opinions on the raising of levy contributions, use of funds, funding improvements to common property and CSOS levies.
Case study: HOA penalty clause for not building in time, unenforceable?
In Matthew’s first article for TVDM Consultants, he discusses the Chapman's Bay Estate Homeowners' Association v Lotter and Others case.
Goedkoop is duurkoop | An auditors view
In this blog post, Alistair Scholtz, takes a look at the many requirements, checks and balances to ensure that your community scheme's financial statements are accurate.
You light up my life: Your how to guide for installing solar panels in your community scheme
In this blog post, Zerlinda applies an overview to the legal theory that goes with installing solar panels in community schemes.
Blacklisting in bodies corporate: The why, how and how long
In this blog post, Nicole Nel explains what blacklisting is and how it can be used to as a tool to ensure that owners in community schemes pay their contributions on time.
How to make 2023 the best year in your community scheme
In this blog post, Zerlinda provides insight to trustees, managing agents and owners as she discusses the necessary steps to take to make 2023 the best year in community schemes.
Where are the Executive Managing Agents?
In this article Björn talks about the possible risks trustees have by administering the body corporate’s financials, and explains the pros to appointing an executive managing agent.
What are owners’ rights when wanting to contact others in their community scheme?
In this article Nicole takes us through the legalities of obtaining fellow owners contact information in community schemes.
The holistic role of a managing agent
In this article Nicole takes us through the holistic role that managing agents play in the management of a sectional title schemes.
Is the CSOS fulfilling its mandate?
In this article Michael shares his views on whether the CSOS is fulfilling its mandate.
Highlights from our Property Practitioners Act webinar
In this article Zerlinda shares her highlights from our Property Practitioners Act webinar which was held 17 February 2022.
Community Schemes Ombud Service Stakeholder Training
In this article Zerlinda shares her highlights from the Community Schemes Ombud Service training event which was held in Cape Town in January 2022.
Happy Holidays
In this article Zerlinda takes talks about the fast approaching holidays, and what it could mean for community scheme living.
Building on or moving on up
In this article Zerlinda takes us through alterations and renovations within community schemes.
The ABCs of taking minutes at sectional title meetings
In this article Poena takes us through the ABCs of taking minutes at sectional title meetings.
Being a trustee without being a member of the body corporate
In this article Lamees talks about being a trustee without being a member of the body corporate.
Proxies | How, When and Why?
In this article Nicole goes through the “How, When and Why" of appointing a proxy to attend a meeting on an owners behalf.