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Oct 13, 2026
Who Pays for Repairs in a Strata Scheme? Understanding Common vs Lot Property
Determining who is responsible for a repair is one of the most common sources of confusion in a strata scheme. An item may appear to be located within an owner’s lot but may actually form part of t
Oct 13, 2026
Tenant Damage vs Fair Wear and Tear - What’s the Difference?
Understanding the difference between fair wear and tear and tenant damage is an important part of managing a rental property. Properties naturally deteriorate over time through normal use, and tena
Aug 27, 2026
How Are Strata Levies Calculated in WA?
How are Strata Levies Calculated in WA? For many strata owners, receiving a levy notice can raise a simple question: how was this amount actually calculated? Strata levies are not simply an amount
Aug 27, 2026
Minor Modification Forms - What WA Tenants and Owners Need to Know
For many tenants, making a rental property feel like home can involve small changes – hanging pictures, installing child safety devices, improving security or making simple water-saving upgrades. In W
Aug 27, 2026
Introducing the Summit Edge
Presentation beats potential When it comes to selling your home, first impressions matter. Buyers make quick decisions based on how a property looks, feels and presents from the moment they walk thro
Jul 18, 2026
Our Strata Company Doesn't Take Commission on Insurance - And That Matters!
When it comes to managing strata properties, trust and transparency matter — especially when it comes to something as important (and often expensive) as insurance. At Summit Realty, we believe deci
Jul 18, 2026
Renting With Pets: What WA's New Rental Laws Mean For Tenants and Property
Recent changes to Western Australia’s rental laws are making it easier for tenants to keep pets in rental properties, creating a fairer balance between housing security for renters and the rights of p
Jul 18, 2026
The Perth Shift In Real Estate
The Perth property market is currently experiencing a noticeable shift, with conditions moving away from the rapid sales cycle of recent years toward a more balanced, if more cautious, environment for