Responsibility for plumbing in sectional title schemes
In this article, written by Zerlinda van der Merwe, she discusses if it is the body corporate that is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the common property, or is it the responsibility of the owner of a section?
Festive season conduct rules in community schemes
In this article, Francoa examines the extent to which rules may be reasonably adjusted, and the principles that must guide trustees in managing festive season conduct.
How to manage conflict in community schemes
In this article, Nicole provides some insight into how individuals within community schemes can tackle conflict confidently, and who to escalate the conflict to in the event that same cannot be resolved amicably between the parties engaged in the conflict directly.
Different types of insurance in a body corporate
In this article, Nicole highlights the 3 different types of insurance that a body corporate is required to have, and comply with, in accordance with the STSMA.
Decisions versus resolutions in community schemes
In this article, Francoa and Rizaar will examine the differences between resolutions and decisions in community schemes, highlighting the STSMA, CSOS Consolidated Practice Directive 1 of 2025, and South African common law, with a few recent case references.
How to be an effective Trustee?
In this article, Nicole Nel investigates whether certain people are better suited to be trustees, and examines what the CSOS and STSMA have to stay on the matter.
Cybercrime and artificial intelligence in the management of sectional title schemes
In this article, Razeen explores the intersection of cybercrime, artificial intelligence (AI) and property management.
Unpacking solar power in sectional title schemes
In this article, Rizaar explores the legal pathways available to owners and bodies corporate who wish to install solar panels.
The impact of non-payment of utilities in community schemes
In this article, Zerlinda discusses the importance of paying utilities in community schemes and whether a scheme can require an owner or owners who do not pay their utilities, to have a meter installed.
New Year, new sche(me) | top 10 items to action in the new year
In this article written for NAMA, Zerlinda identifies a few essential community scheme administration and management items to consider actioning in the new year.
The Legalities of Meter Installation
In this article, Rizaar Smidt discusses the installation of separate meters for water and electricity in community schemes.
Measuring Up
In this article, Zerlinda discusses the legalities surrounding the 2 types of meters in sectional title schemes.
Responsibility for Plumbing in Sectional Title Schemes
In this article, written by Zerlinda van der Merwe, she discusses if it is the body corporate that is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the common property, or is it the responsibility of the owner of a section?
Ensuring Financial Compliance for Thriving Community Schemes
In this article, written by Zerlinda van der Merwe, posted in the Trafalgar newsletter. Zerlinda discusses financial compliance in community schemes.
Exclusively mine, exclusively yours – what is an exclusive use area?
What is an exclusive use area? TVDM Consultants unpacks this question with another, "is it yours?" Read the blog to find out!
Who should be chairing your meeting?
In this article, Zerlinda provides a few examples of the chairperson’s responsibilities within community schemes.
What makes a good managing agent?
In this article, Zerlinda discusses what the requirements and characteristic traits for a “good” managing agent are.
Changing it up, by changing your rules
At TVDM Consultants, we are always getting complaints from our colleagues and clients about how poorly people behave in bodies corporate. Our immediate response is always, “What do the scheme rules say, and have you considered updating them?”
Can amending your FYE assist in having your AGM held earlier?
In this article, written by Zerlinda van der Merwe, posted on the Trafalgar newsletter. Zerlinda discusses if amending your FYE will assist in having your AGM held earlier?