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Tips On Setting A Reasonable 10-Year Capital Works Fund Plan, Initial Maintenance Schedule and Admin Levy in Year 1
With the 1 April 2026 NSW strata reforms upon us, first-year levy setting for new multi-storey schemes is under increased scrutiny. For the first time, both the Initial Maintenance Schedule (IMS) and first-year levy estimates must be reviewed and...
Capital Investment Value Versus Estimated Development Cost
Why The Shift From Capital Investment Value (CIV)? Before March 2024, many parts of the NSW planning system relied on Capital Investment Value (CIV) an older metric that captured the value of a development project upon completion, including...
Where 10-Year Capital Works Fund Plan Meets Financial Reality
From 1 April 2026, NSW strata schemes are now required to use a standard form when preparing, reviewing or replacing their 10-year capital works fund plan. NSW Fair Trading has also introduced a Capital Works Fund Planner through Strata Hub...
Independent Surveyor Requirements Under April 1 2026 Reforms
What The Independent Surveyor Must Do As of 1 April 2026, multi‑storey schemes (more than two storeys with lots stacked vertically) have new requirements under the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW). The original owner must now engage an...
How Tax Deductions Reduces Your Taxable Income
Understanding how tax deductions work is key for property investors looking to maximise returns. In Australia, tax deductions reduce your taxable income, which is the portion of your earnings the Australian Tax Office (ATO) uses to calculate the...
Initial Maintenance Schedule (IMS) Requirements: Before vs After
A simple comparison to understand the new reforms (link to the strata law changes). Side-by-Side Comparison Before 1 April 2026 From 1 April 2026 The original owner must prepare an inital maintenance schedule (IMS). Same requirement - the...