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Australian "Four Corners" exposé on Strata (Condo) abuse – a must-watch for Ottawa investors/buyers
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Australian "Four Corners" exposé on Strata (Condo) abuse – a must-watch for Ottawa investors/buyers

This investigation reveals systemic issues in Australia's strata industry: hidden fees, massive conflicts of interest with insurance brokers, corporate consolidation killing competition, and even regulators with undisclosed ties to the industry. They were charging owners $100+ to chase petty debts and steering insurance to sister companies at double the price.

As we push for more high-density living in Ottawa, condo buyers and investors need to be aware of these exact risks. Management fees, special assessments, and opaque procurement practices are already major headaches here. This doc is a great primer on why scrutinizing condo financials, management contracts, and insurance procurement is non-negotiable before purchasing.

Watch this, then ask your property manager the hard questions about disclosure and kickbacks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdbCTFWAR5Y

Has anyone in Ottawa had similar suspicions about their condo corp or management fees?

u/Physical-Alfalfa9989 — 6 hours ago
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Property Management Company Falsifying reviews

TSE management services was acquired by Wilkar Property Management a few years ago. I suspect they are leaving fake reviews using staff from Wilkar to boost T.S.E management services. I use to work with them and left an honest review. This is how they respond.

u/BlinkAgainThrowAway — 8 days ago