If you are curious about living in a Body Corporate, or have brought into a place with a Body Corporate, then what does it mean? Body Corporate living involves a range of responsibilities and below are a few things that you may need to know.What is a Body Corporate?A Body Corporate is an entity consisting...Read More→
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If you own an investment property in Auckland and have been considering professional management, read on for everything you need to know about what to expect and tips for choosing the right company. What to Expect Initial Consultation – A representative from the property management company may meet you to discuss your requirements and identify...Read More→
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In this edition of our client newsletter we discuss:From Bill – Positive News for Property OwnersResidential Property Management – Rental Market Update from Celia, Lending for Residential Investment Properties, Watercare Price IncreaseBody Corporate Management – Crime Support for Bodies CorporateCommercial Property Management – Big Win for our Commercial Team, Lending for Commercial Investment Propertiesapm News – In...Read More→
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A troubling trend of increased crime has been observed in recent months in Auckland and our Body Corporate team are here to help provide crime support for bodies corporate. Recorded crimes have surged by over 20% since the onset of Covid-19. This uptick in criminal activity aligns with a broader national trend, where reported crimes...Read More→
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In this edition we discuss:From Bill – Getting the Best Deal with your BankHoward’s Next ChapterResidential Property Management – Rental Management for a Tenant Market, Tips from Flood Affected PropertiesBody Corporate Management – Long Term Maintenance GuidanceCommercial Property Management – Commercial Property Team UpdateWaiheke Escapes – Welcome to our New Properties, Winter Specials Availableapm News – Meet our...Read More→
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Final changes in the Unit Titles (Strengthening Body Corporate Governance and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2022 came into effect on the 9 May 2024. One of the updated regulations aims to ensure there is an adequate Long-Term Maintenance Plan (LTMP) regime so let’s discuss the updates and some implications.(See s157C of the Amendment Act here)What...Read More→
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Whether you are living in, or own a property within a Body Corporate, it’s important to know the governance of a body corporate and how they are structurally organised.If you are a Chairperson, a Committee Member, or a regular Body Corporate owner then review the below diagram. We explain some unique features on the governance...Read More→
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In this edition we discuss:From Bill – This A Word from Howard – The Residential Property Management – Why Body Corporate Management – IncoCommercial Property Management – Facilities Waiheke Escapes – Welcapm News – Meet our new team members, 7 Questions with This year’s tbc Kind regardsBill HighetManaging Directorapm A Word from Howard – tbcClick here to read more from Howard Kind regardsHoward MorleyDirectorapm...Read More→
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It is with great pleasure, (and some sadness) that we announce the next chapter in the growth and evolution of apm with Founder Howard Morley handing over management and control of the business to Bill Highet (Managing Director), supported by two families that share Bill’s strategy for the future, building on Howard’s 33 year legacy...Read More→
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Last year we highlighted and implemented some of the changes outlined in the Unit Titles (Strengthening Body Corporate Governance and other matters) Amendment Act 2022 under the first two of three stages.These included changes to the disclosure regime, committee meetings, individualised bank accounts and areas concerning conflicts of interest and codes of conduct.The last stage...Read More→
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