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Sectional title managers with 20+ yrs of knowledge and experience for developments or body corporates

Neo Trend Real Estate is a property services company delivering comprehensive and diverse service offerings to our client base. Our extensive skills coupled with our drive and passion, support our client’s investments, from identifying opportunities to creating value and growth. We pay close attention to detail providing the best operational and strategic management to your property needs. Above all we are a client-focused company, honesty and integrity creates the pillars of our business, consistently providing added value to our clients.

29/10/2026

“One quote is enough before approving big maintenance work.”

Myth or fact?
❌ MYTH.

For significant maintenance work, obtaining multiple quotes can provide greater transparency and help trustees compare pricing, scope, and service offerings.
The exact requirements may also depend on the scheme's rules and the nature of the work.

At Neotrend, a clear procurement process forms part of supporting accountable decision-making and sound scheme management.

🔹 Compare the Options
Multiple quotes can give trustees a clearer view of available pricing, proposed work, and what each service provider is offering.

🔹 Follow the Rules
Some schemes have specific requirements around obtaining quotes or approving expenditure. Knowing these requirements before committing to work is important.

🔹 Keep a Clear Record
Documenting the quotes considered and the reasons for the decision creates a useful record and supports transparency if the decision is questioned later.

A simple process today can prevent difficult questions at the next AGM.

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28/10/2026

Trustees carry real responsibility.

But that authority isn't unlimited. ⚖️
Knowing where trustee powers end — and when owner approval is required — is an important part of good scheme governance.

At Neotrend, clear understanding of roles and decision-making processes forms part of supporting informed trustee leadership.

🔹 Know the Authority
Trustees exercise the body corporate's powers and functions, subject to the STSMA, the scheme rules, and any valid restrictions or directions from owners in general meeting.

🔹 Know When Approval Is Needed
Certain decisions require owner involvement or specific resolutions. Understanding the applicable requirements before acting can help prevent decisions from being challenged later.

🔹 Stay Within the Limits
Trustees have a fiduciary duty to act in the interests of the body corporate and not exceed the powers given to them. Staying within those boundaries helps protect both trustees and the scheme.

Good governance isn't only about making decisions.
It's about knowing which decisions trustees have the authority to make.

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27/10/2026

Compliance shouldn't leave trustees wondering if they've missed something. ⚖️
The requirements can be detailed, and small administrative gaps can create bigger challenges later.

At Neotrend, compliance oversight forms part of supporting trustees with clearer processes, timely attention, and informed decision-making.

🔹 Stay Aligned
Keeping up with STSMA and CSOS requirements helps schemes maintain the necessary governance and administrative standards.

🔹 Identify Risks Early
Spotting potential compliance gaps early can help trustees address them before they become more difficult to resolve.

🔹 Clear Guidance
Good compliance isn't just about paperwork. Trustees need clear information and practical guidance to understand what is required and why.

Confident compliance starts with knowing what needs attention — before it becomes a problem.

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22/10/2026

Small disagreements can become bigger disputes when there is no clear record.

A conversation may seem minor at the time.
But if the issue continues, having a record of what was discussed and agreed can make a significant difference.

At Neotrend, clear record-keeping forms part of supporting transparent communication and consistent scheme administration
🔹 Record Complaints
Keep written records of complaints, even when the issue seems minor. A simple record can provide useful context if the matter develops further.

🔹 Capture the Details
Note the date, what was discussed, who was involved, and any agreed next steps. Keeping information clear and factual helps avoid misunderstandings later.

🔹 Create Accountability
A consistent record can help trustees and owners track what has been raised, what has been agreed, and what still needs attention if a matter escalates.

Five minutes of record-keeping today can save hours of “he said, she said” later.

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21/10/2026

Think your body corporate's insurance covers everything inside your unit?

Not quite.

Understanding what the scheme's policy covers and where an owner's own insurance needs to begin can prevent unpleasant surprises when something goes wrong.

At Neotrend, clear communication around scheme responsibilities forms part of supporting informed property ownership.

🔹 Body Corporate Cover
The body corporate's insurance generally relates to the buildings, common property, and certain shared services, subject to the policy terms.

🔹 Owner's Responsibility
Owners may need their own cover for personal belongings, contents, and certain improvements or items within their unit.

🔹 Know the Difference
Insurance responsibilities can depend on the scheme's rules and the specific policy. Understanding the cover before an incident happens can help avoid uncertainty later.

Knowing what is covered is just as important as having insurance in place.

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20/10/2026

Levies are an important part of keeping a scheme financially healthy.

But when the numbers aren't clear, uncertainty can quickly follow. 💰
Owners need to understand their accounts.
Trustees need reliable information to plan ahead.

At Neotrend, transparent levy administration forms part of supporting informed financial decisions and better scheme management.

🔹 Clear Owner Statements
Accurate, understandable statements give owners better visibility of their levy accounts and outstanding balances.

🔹 Reliable Reporting
Trustees need consistent financial information to monitor collections, assess the scheme's position, and make informed budgeting decisions.

🔹 Better Financial Visibility
When the right information is available, there is less guesswork and greater confidence in the numbers guiding the scheme.

Good financial management starts with knowing what the numbers are saying.

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15/10/2026

“Can I just refuse to pay a special levy?”

We get this question a lot. 🙋

Short answer: not if the special levy has been validly raised.

Once a special contribution is properly levied, owners may be required to contribute their share. Simply refusing to pay can result in arrears and further recovery action.

At Neotrend, clear processes and informed communication form part of supporting sound scheme financial management.

🔹 Understand the Levy
A special levy is raised for specific expenses outside the scheme's ordinary contributions. Understanding why it was raised and how it was approved is important.

🔹 Payment Still Matters
Disagreeing with a levy does not automatically remove the obligation to pay. Unpaid contributions can become arrears and may need to be recovered through the appropriate process.

🔹 Use the Right Channel
If an owner believes a special levy was not properly raised or disputes the process followed, the matter can be addressed through the appropriate dispute-resolution channels, including CSOS where it has jurisdiction.

A disagreement doesn't have to become a bigger problem.
Understanding the process is the first step towards addressing it correctly.

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14/10/2026

Think trustees can update a scheme rule on their own?

Not quite.
Rule changes need to follow the correct process, including the appropriate resolution and voting requirements.

At Neotrend, understanding the process behind rule changes forms part of supporting good governance and informed decision-making.

🔹 The Right Resolution
Depending on the type of rule being changed, a special or unanimous resolution may be required.

🔹 Proper Approval
Rule changes need to be properly proposed and approved through the required general meeting process.

🔹 Formal Registration
Certain rule changes also need to be submitted to CSOS before they can take effect as required.

Skipping a step can create uncertainty around whether a proposed rule change is valid or enforceable.
Good governance isn't just about making decisions.
It's about making sure they're made correctly.

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13/10/2026

Every scheme has disagreements.

What matters is how those disagreements are managed.
Clear communication.
The right process.
A focus on resolution.

At Neotrend, structured dispute management forms part of supporting healthy scheme relationships and good governance.

🔹 Early Intervention
Addressing concerns early can help prevent misunderstandings from becoming more complex disputes.

🔹 The Right Process
When issues escalate, following the appropriate legal and governance processes helps ensure matters are handled correctly.

🔹 Resolution Over Escalation
A constructive approach can protect relationships, reduce unnecessary conflict, and support the long-term stability of the scheme.

A well-managed dispute isn't only about resolving the issue.
It's also about protecting the relationships within the community.

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08/10/2026

Myth or fact?

❌ MYTH.

Unpaid levies don't simply disappear.

Outstanding amounts can continue to accumulate, and depending on the scheme's policies and applicable rules, interest and recovery costs may add to the amount owed.

At Neotrend, proactive levy management forms part of maintaining the financial health of a scheme.

🔹 Early Attention:

Addressing outstanding amounts early can help prevent a manageable issue from becoming a larger financial concern.

🔹 Clear Communication:

Keeping communication structured and appropriate helps ensure owners understand outstanding obligations and the steps being taken.

🔹 Financial Stability:

Consistent levy management supports the scheme's ability to meet its financial commitments and plan for future needs.

A late levy doesn't always become a major problem.

But leaving it unattended can make the situation harder to resolve.

📞 (087) 803-0577

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Address

13 Umgazi Street
Pretoria
0081

Website

http://www.neotrend.co.za/

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