The Body Corporate Handbook

Population growth, rising property prices and the dream of a new lifestyle have made body corporate living more and more popular in Australia. Living in an apartment, unit or townhouse can be a rewarding experience, but body corporate life can also be confusing. In this book, expert author Stephen Raff clarifies the rules and answers vital questions such as:<br /> <br /> <ul> <li>What should I look out for when buying a strata property?</li> <li>What are the responsibilities of the body corporate, owners and tenants?</li> <li>How do committee meetings work?</li> <li>What fees will I have to pay?</li> <li>Who takes care of maintenance?</li> <li>What happens if I get into a dispute?</li> </ul> <p>Packed with revealing case studies and state-specific information, <i>The Body Corporate Handbook</i> is a comprehensive guide to every aspect of strata life for owner-occupiers, tenants and investors.</p>