Dear Property Uncut,

I overheard this horrible story the other day…

A couple downsized into an apartment, but they didn’t realise the complex was about to go through major maintenance—they hadn’t read the 10-year maintenance plan properly.

They couldn’t afford the extra costs and had to sell shortly after.

I’m scared now because strata is really the only option in my price range for the area I want to live.

But how do I know if a strata property is a good buy?

They all seem so different.

How do I avoid ending up in a situation like that?

Thanks,
Nervous Buyer

How Property Uncut will educate you so that your aren’t one of these buyers.
I’m sure you’ve of strata horror stories before – but you don’t need to shy away from buying a strata titled property.

Buying into a strata property isn’t just about liking the property its self—it’s about understanding the whole complex, its future plans, and your share of the costs.

In Western Australia, you’re entitled to a copy of the strata documents before you commit known as the strata disclosure document. But let’s be honest:
Most buyers don’t know what they’re looking at when they get them.
And many agents don’t walk you through it either.

What Went Wrong in That Story?

• The buyers didn’t read the 10-year maintenance plan.
• They didn’t realise increased levies were coming to cover upcoming works.
• Once they settled, they were legally responsible for those costs—even though they had no clue what was coming.

What You Can Do Differently:

✅ Ask for the strata records, including the 10 year maintenance plan (if applicable), minutes (two years if possible), financials including budget & insurance.
✅ Check the financial health of the strata—are there enough funds to cover planned works? Or if they’re running at a loss check why this is the case.
✅ Look for past issues (cracks, plumbing, leaks) in minutes or building reports.
✅ In the minutes check to see if there are any disputes between owners.
✅ See if major works (like roofing, lifts, balconies) are scheduled and how they’ll be paid for.

❤️ Here’s How We Help

At Property Uncut, we walk you through:

What these documents mean (in real people language)

• What red flags to look for
• How to protect yourself before making an offer
• The clauses you can use to make your offer subject to review

🎥 Inside the course, we break this down clearly with real examples—so you don’t miss a crucial detail that could cost you thousands.

Because you should feel informed—not blindsided—when you get your keys.

– Property Uncut
Helping you to avoid costly mistakes. From overwhelmed to confident—your WA home-buying guide