Hendrik recently had the opportunity to meet with the Chief Ombud of the CSOS. In this blog post he identifies the key issues that were discussed.

In this article Hendrik Hoffmann puts things into perspective as he recently learned what the true value of a community is.

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.

In a recent blog post by Alistair, he provides clarity on frequently asked auditing questions.

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.

In Matthew’s first article for TVDM Consultants, he discusses the Chapman's Bay Estate Homeowners' Association v Lotter and Others case.

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.

In this blog post, Zerlinda applies an overview to the legal theory that goes with installing solar panels in community schemes.

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.

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.

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.

In this article Nicole takes us through the legalities of obtaining fellow owners contact information in community schemes.

In this article Nicole takes us through the holistic role that managing agents play in the management of a sectional title schemes.

In this article Michael shares his views on whether the CSOS is fulfilling its mandate.

In this article Zerlinda shares her highlights from our Property Practitioners Act webinar which was held 17 February 2022.

In this article Zerlinda shares her highlights from the Community Schemes Ombud Service training event which was held in Cape Town in January 2022.

In this article Zerlinda takes talks about the fast approaching holidays, and what it could mean for community scheme living.

In this article Zerlinda takes us through alterations and renovations within community schemes.

In this article Poena takes us through the ABCs of taking minutes at sectional title meetings.

In this article Lamees talks about being a trustee without being a member of the body corporate.