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Why "Calling Your Cousin" Is Costing Your Corporation Thousands
Vendor fraud does not always look like outright theft. Weak competition, undisclosed conflicts, and long standing vendor relationships can quietly cost condo corporations thousands.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 253 min read


Small Condo, Big Repair Bills: Budgeting for Garage Maintenance Without a Property Manager
Skipping small garage repairs today can lead to major costs later.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 204 min read


Why Identical Repairs Don't Have Identical Pricing Across Ontario Condos
Identical condo repairs can have very different costs. Site conditions, access, location, contractor availability, timing, and coordination all influence the final price.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 203 min read


The Anatomy of a Condo Parking Garage: A Manager's Guide to Slabs, Membranes, and Drains
Understanding garage structure helps condo managers catch problems early.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 183 min read


How Ontario Property Managers Can Handle Large-Scale Garage Repair Projects Without Disrupting Residents
Garage repair projects require careful planning to minimize disruption for residents.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 134 min read


Reading the Warning Signs: How to Tell When Your Garage Needs More Than a Patch Job
Early warning signs in parking garages can help condo boards avoid major repair costs.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 113 min read


Are You Really Getting What You’re Paying For? A Condo Director’s Guide to Maintenance Contract Accountability
Weak oversight of maintenance contracts can quietly cost condo boards over time.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 65 min read


Why "Just Send Me an Email and Go Ahead" Can Get Your Condo Into Trouble
Quick approvals by email can lead to unexpected costs for condo boards.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 64 min read


Performance Bonds and Construction Liens: What Boards Need to Know Before a Big Project Goes Sideways
Performance bonds and liens can expose condo boards to major financial risk.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 43 min read


The Consultant's Role in a CCDC Contract: Why They're "Judge, Jury, and Executioner"
Consultants hold major power over payments and decisions in condo construction projects.

Stratastic Inc.
Aug 43 min read


The Four Things Every Contract Needs (Even the Simple Ones)
A four-point checklist helps condo boards avoid common contract mistakes.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 303 min read


CCDC2 Contracts 101: What Every Board Should Understand Before a Major Capital Project
CCDC2 contracts set the rules for major condo construction projects.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 284 min read


Why the Right Engineer Protects Your Board, Not Just Your Vendor's Bottom Line
Independent engineers help condo boards avoid costly vendor-driven decisions.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 233 min read


Repair or Replace? A Property Manager's Guide to Aging Fire Alarm Panels
Aging fire panels force repair or replacement decisions before failure hits.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 214 min read


CAN/ULC S1001: The Integrated Testing Requirement Most Property Managers Haven't Heard Of
S1001 testing rules highlight gaps between inspections and real system performance.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 163 min read


The Free Fire Safety Walk-Around: A Checklist for Self-Managed Condo Boards
A simple walk-through checklist helps condo boards catch fire safety issues early.

Stratastic Inc.
Jul 163 min read


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Stratastic Inc.
Oct 17, 20233 min read
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