When trustees talk about levies, voting rights, and maintenance costs, there's one document that determines it all: the Participation Quota Schedule (PQS). Yet most owners barely glance at it, and many don't understand what it actually does. Here's the reality: your participation quota isn't just a number on a spreadsheet. It's the backbone of your body corporate's financial structure, and nowhere is this more critical than when it comes to insurance. What Exactly is a Partic

Nine Fridays. That's all that stands between you and Christmas. Nine increasingly chaotic Fridays where your productivity will plummet, your inbox will fill with "quick drinks" invitations, and your brain will slowly turn into mulled wine. Welcome to the Silly Season, where common sense goes on holiday before you do. The Great December Delusion Let's be honest: December is when we all collectively lose our minds. We're tired. We're burnt out. We're desperately counting down t

Whether you're buying your first home, investing in a rental property, or running a business from commercial premises, you'll encounter the terms “buildings cover”  and “buildings combined.” With South Africa’s growing trend toward sectional title living, security estates, and mixed-use developments , understanding exactly what this insurance covers and what it doesn’t has never been more important. What’s the Difference? Here’s the truth that might surprise you: there isn’t

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So, you’ve been voted in as a trustee. Congratulations! Or perhaps, condolences? Either way, you’ve just accepted one of the most...

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