Stratum CEO, named top 50 most influential people of the facilities management industry in the Middle East.
50 Most Influential People of the Facilities Management Industry in the Middle East
Stratum CEO, Saeed Al Fahim, part of most powerful Emiratis.
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On the lookout for a good OA manager
Stratum Owners Association Management; what you should be looking for when selecting the right owners association manager. On the lookout for a good OA manager
7th Arabian Business Forum – 20th November 2012
Stratum Chairman, Gary Adamson presented at the panel discussion on the state of the UAE property at the 7th annual Arabian Business Conference.
Stratum Featured in Facilities Management Magazine
Congratulations to Stratum’s Senior Association Manager, Ellen Rosenbaum, for being named one of the Top 50 Influential People in the GCC Facilities Management Industry, by FM Magazine. Ellen is featured in the December , 2012 Edition, Volume 7. Facilities Management Magazine
What to look for when buying a property
Stratum’s Senior Association Manager, Anne-Louise White, talks to Gulf News about “What to look for when buying a property“.
The essence of being an OA Manager
Stratum’s Senior Association Manager writes for the Expert Eye column in the Gulf news. This week’s article covers an important subject; The Essence of being an OA Manager – ERPC – experience, relationships, price and communication are all factors to consider. The essence of being an OA Manager
The hunt for a good management firm
Gulf News article by Stratum Senior Association Manager, Ellen Rosenbaum, offers guidelines to assist IOA Board members in their search for management excellence. The hunt for a good management firm
Changing Hands
Ellen Rosenbaum, Senior Association Manager at Stratum Owners Association Management, writes for FM magzine featured at the Big-5 trade show. Changing Hands
Of service charges – you be the judge
This week’s Gulf News article, written by Stratum Senior Association Manager, Ellen Rosenbaum, looks at the service fee payment issue from the tenants perspective. We hope you’ll take a minute to read it. Of service charges – you be the judge
JLT a true model of success in the city
Stratum is proud to present our latest Gulf News column, featuring one of our favorite communities, JLT. Please read and enjoy….. JLT a true model of success in the city
Maintenance and Your Investment
Anne-Louise White, Senior Manager at Stratum Owners Association Management, writes about the importance of good maintenance in order to protect your greatest investment; your property. Maintenance and your Investment.
Owners Association Bank Accounts – Are we close?
Anne-Louise White, Senior Manager at Stratum Owners Association Management, writes about Owners Association opening their own bank accounts. Owners Associations Bank Accounts
OA Risk Management
Welcome to the August Issue of the Stratum Newsletter. We are proud to feature the latest Stratum contribution to Gulf News; Risk Management – an important management tool for every Owners Association. OA Risk Management
For a complimentary consultation about your community, call or email Stratum at 800STRATUM (7872886) or stratum@stratum.ae and a team member will promptly return your call.
Saeed Al Fahim in an Interview with Al Khaleej Newspaper
Saeed Al Fahim, Partner at Stratum OA Management, explains how local Owners Association Companies like Stratum are providing excellent management services. Saeed Al Fahim in an Interview with Al Khaleej Newspaper
Owners Associations Are Essential
Ellen Rosenbaum, Senior Manager at Stratum Owners Association Management, writes about living in a community association and how everyone can make a difference. Owners Associations Are Essential
Strata Management Conference
Gary Adamson, Chairman of Stratum and Director of REINSW, discusses major strata topics as a panel member at the Annual Strata Management Conference. Strata Management Conference
The Circuitious Road to OA Formation
Saeed Al Fahim, Partner and Executive Director of Stratum, offers insights into working with interim OAs, and why owners need to be proactive in the administration and management of jointly owned property. The circuitious road to OA formation
Expert Eye by Ellen Rosenbaum – Senior Association Manager
Senior Association Manager, Ellen Rosenbaum provides an expert opinion on how to save for your Owners Association. Expert Eye – Ellen Rosenbaum
Dubai studies new property visa
The Dubai Government is studying the enforcement of a new residence visa system for property owners. Nima Khanpour, Managing Director of Stratum shares his views.
Setting up a home owners’ association
As of April 2011, as many as 161 OA’s had been registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). Despite the fact that OA establishment allows more transparency and control, they still have not widely been put to practice. Gary Adamson, CEO, Stratum Owners’ Association Management, comments.
Face off
Q: Will single ownership buildings maintain a rental premium over strata title space?
A: Maybe – this question is subject to a number of factors. However, all other things equal, when comparing the strength and quality of rental yields for real estate under different ownership structures, it would very much be dependent upon the perception and finances of the owner or majority of owners. Any building that is well maintained always commands a premium price/rental return.
Where you have an individual owner who takes pride in the building and has both the finances and will to maintain the building, it will always command a premium to buildings maintained to a lower standard and as a result, attract a better class of tenant.
This general rule of thumb applies to all real estate and the strata title space is no exception. Under the strata title regime, all jointly owned properties must have an Owners’ Association (OA) in place and they basically control the buildings long term future by giving a clear indication on where they want the development to be positioned in the marketplace.
One important assessment is whether or not the building has a well-functioning OA, free from the many disputes that may arise due to differing factions within the OA who have conflicting interests. If the majority of owners do not want to maintain the property to a high standard and you are one of the owners who want to upgrade the presentation and general services to the building, then you have a problem and are stuck with the lower standard of presentation and maintenance.
Another issue to be considered is the size of the lots. In the case of commercial or retail space, there is greater flexibility under a single owner who is prepared to vary the size and/or adjust floor space layouts for their tenants than with a number of owners with fixed floor space lots.
Being elected as a board member of a homeowners’ association involves a lot of time and effort. So, what is the board?
Nima Khanpour, Managing Director of Stratum offers an In-depth view into the role of the owners’ association board.
Prioritise service charge collection
An insight into keeping maintenance funds alive, and thereby retaining the long-term value of your property.
Realistic service charges can keep old buildings safe
An in-depth interview with Nima Khanpour, Managing Director of Stratum regarding the issues that surround setting realistic service charges, fee collection, challenges faced by OA’s, communication with developers and the future of the FM industry.
FM meets a strata pro
Insight from James Mahony, Senior Association Manager at Stratum Owners Association Management, on what the new Dubai’s jointly owned property law (Strata Law) will mean to owners.
Service charges are a cat-and-mouse game
Excerpts from an interview with Gary Adamson, CEO of Stratum on why owners and local investors are increasingly withholding Service Charge payments.
Owners spared of training course
Rera’s earlier mandate for all Owners Association board members to complete a training course, is no longer a prerequisite. Nima Khanpour, Managing Director of Stratum provides his insights.
Tackling the strata regulations
The guidelines to the Jointly Owned Property Law will transform the Dubai real estate market. Find out what they mean for you.
Many people living in jointly owned properties (JOP) are not fully aware of what’s actually involved in proper Association Management
Nima Khanpour, Managing Director of Stratum, outlines some of the factors owners should look for when selecting an Owners Association Management (OAM) for their development.