My journey in strata began not as a strata manager but as a property owner. After attending a few strata meetings and dealing with a few different managers, it became clear that this industry was in a need of change. I understood why the strata manager's job is the one that nobody wanted to do and everyone complained about. Since then, I became a Strata Manager and my vision has always been to put my clients’ needs first. I always worked on the relationships, focused on understanding my customers and anticipating their needs.
I have worked in industry leading companies on projects of all shapes and sizes, from 2 lots schemes to large and complex mixed-use buildings with Building Management Committees. I have been involved in every aspect from setting up the schemes to successfully managing them for many years.
To further progress my vision, I founded my own strata company – StrataBee. Our goal is to create happy and prosperous strata communities which the residents are proud to be part of and live in. At our hive, we work hard, but we also have fun and we give back to assist those in need.
If you’re contemplating a renovation exceeding $5,000 for your apartment, duplex, or other strata property, there are essential rules to consider: Safety and Building Standards: All strata building work must adhere to safety guidelines and meet building standards. This ensures the well-being of builders, residents, and minimises future property defects. Registered Practitioners: To…
Thinking of renovations? Here are some key information regarding property renovations: Permission Required for Significant Changes If you’re planning a kitchen or bathroom renovation or intend to alter walls, floors, or ceilings, you must obtain permission from the relevant authorities. Cosmetic Changes Exempt Cosmetic changes that do not impact the property’s structure…
It’s autumn so It’s time to arrange gutter cleaning. Gutter cleaning is an essential maintenance task for several reasons: Preventing Blockages and Damage: Regular gutter cleaning helps extend the lifespan of your gutters. It reduces the likelihood of blockages caused by leaves, debris, and dirt. Blocked gutters can lead to water overflow, which can damage…
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫?A Strata Manager:▪️Looks after all common property▪️Represents all owners▪️Does common property inspections▪️Collects levies on behalf of all owners▪️Liaises with all owners, council tenants, agents, trades, developersA Property Manager:▪️Looks after a single unit▪️Represents individual owners▪️Does property inspections for one specific unit▪️Collects rent from the unit▪️Liaises…
The strata manager looks after the administration side of managing the strata plans. They work at the direction of the owner’s corporation and their role is a combination of being an accountant, administrator and lawyer. They manage the trust funds of the owners, issue levy notices, coordinate meetings, arrange insurance, prepare budgets, hold the position…
Swift Decisions: Quick, informed actions on property matters. Value Enhancement: Meticulous maintenance boosts property worth. Peaceful Resolutions: Expert mediation in resident disputes. Financial Prudence: Wise budgeting safeguards your investment. Personalised Regulations: By-laws reflect your community’s ethos. Community Spirit: Fostering connection and collaboration. Open Communication: Stay informed, stay involved. A Strata Committee isn’t just about management;…
The rising popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters has raised concerns among strata property owners and tenants regarding the increased fire risk associated with faulty Lithium-ion batteries. In January 2024, investigators from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) confirmed that a fire in North Bondi resulted from a malfunctioning Lithium-ion battery. The investigation revealed that an e-bike…
New laws about the keeping of pets in strata schemes in NSW started on 25 August 2021. These laws recognise the changing nature of strata living and the increasing shift towards pet ownership. Under the new laws, owners corporations: can only refuse to allow an animal into the scheme if it unreasonably interferes with another…
We are so proud and grateful to be Finalists in the Sutherland Shire Business Awards for the second year running. We are truly humbled to be the only strata management company to make it to the finals out of 163 businesses in the highly contested Professional Services category. Thank you to all our clients for…
Thanks Shanen and Bradley for all your help in arranging for repairs required. We are very happy with the outcome and result of the job. Your customer service was excellent. Craig who was assigned for the work did a very neat and secure job.
Marcello & Bradley of StrataBee are professional and do an excellent job of managing our Strata Plan. They are friendly approachable and always happy to assist.
Very efficient and smooth respond to owner enquires. Bradley is a very nice and polite person to deal and always looking to answer owner questions in the fastest and most efficient manner.
Here a brief summary of my interactions with Stratabee• Transparent reporting of financial statements• Efficient handling of day-to-day operations• Timely response to owner/resident inquiries and concerns• Clear and regular updates to owners/residentsOverall relationship over the last 2 years has been outstanding.I can fully recommend this company if you are after efficient and reliable customer service.
Stratabee provides hassle-free strata management. They are always there when you need them. Contactable. Proactive with maintenance. Transparent with finances. Clear communication and responsive to phone calls and emails.The friendly, knowledgable, professional, customer-focused team is a credit to Magdalena's leadership and vision that strata management should be client focused.
Than you Strata Bee for making our transition to your company seamless and pain free. Every question we had was met with an informative response and put our minds at rest knowing there is a great team looking after our interests
Since StrataBee has taken over our building we could not be happier. The whole team are always there to help and answer any questions that we have and we feel like they actually care about us and have our best interests at heart. If you’re looking for a strata management team that you can trust I highly recommend StrataBee.
An absolute delight dealing with Jessica at Strata Bee. A positive experience (rarely seen within this industry) dealing with a strata manager that knows her stuff.
As an inspector of strata records to prepare reports for prospective purchasers I found Charlotte Mottram of Strata Bee responded promptly to a request for information. She was professional and informative and friendly. Charlotte ensured that she provided a full and detailed response to my request. Highly recommended.
As a trade business owner that works with numerous Strata companies around Sydney, we understand the importance of being pro-active and transparent.Sam and the team at Stratabee have been exceptional strata managers to work with who consistently go above and beyond.I would highly recommended them to anyone considering changing strata companies.
StrataBee is our new Strata corp and Ray & Jessica are always responsive and helpful by providing professional advice and exceptional customer service on all matters. I would personally highly recommend StrataBee to anyone who require hands-on Strata management.
As an insurance broker, I have had dealings with both Magdalena and Samuele and have found them both to be extremely professional, easy to deal with and fast in their response times.I would highly recommend Strata Bee to anyone seeking a trusted and reliable strata manager.
Samuele at Strata Bee is a pleasure to work with. He promptly responds to emails and supplies all data that is requested. I would highly recommend Samuele and the team at Strata Bee.
Magdalena and Samuele are polite, honest, professional, understanding, and very easy to deal with.Strata Bee are the best Strata Managers we've had in 35 years. Magdalena is very knowledgeable in all things Strata. They have an app to access financial information and documents, which is something we didn't have with previous Strata Managers. It's very handy and convenient.I would highly recommend Magdalena and Samuele to anyone looking to change Strata Managers, and wish them the very best.
Magdalena and her Team at StrataBee provide amazing service and are great to deal with. Every email I have sent has received a prompt and helpful response. It is obvious that Magdalen and her Team have a client-focused attitude and are always willing to help. I would not hesitate in recommending StrataBee.
Magdalena and her team are highly professional in their field of work and I cannot recommend Strata Bee more! Their attention to detail and responsiveness to their clients is outstanding. Such a pleasure to work with them, I wouldn’t choose any other place! Highly recommend this amazing company.