IUM Strata (Independent Unit Management)

Owners Corporation losing two legal battles -- The Worst Strata Manager I have ever met in the past 30 years, – 1) a massive increase of 44% new levy, due to the owner corporation's wasting money in the two unwinnable NCAT legal battles against me. 2) [Content Removed] performance and mismanagement by the strata manager in the past 4 years, has been unfit for the job. 3) all the allegations against me "HAD NOT BEEN ESTABLISHED & HAD OCCURRED" (NCAT's… Read more

Statement).

4) strata manager has no knowledge of the "Cosmetic Works By Lot Owner" in the Strata Scheme Management Act 2015, made allegations of claiming my PRIVATE CARPORT is "COMMON PROPERTY"; drilling a hole for my officially approved security camera was breaching the law and must need the approval from the owner corporation.

5) NCAT written comments & criticisms : -- a) the bylaws was poorly drafted & registered by IUM in Sept 2022; the bylaws 2 to be invalidated. b) the bylaw 2 is harsh, unconscionable and oppressive. c) all the fees charged the lot owner was inconsistency with the Service Agreement. d) IUM is under the scrutiny of NCAT "... the bylaws...and I will closely examine this later...".

6) the 16 pages of my statement & the email from the strata manager attached here.

Our Strata Manager Mary Gahdmar – I am a management committee member in two strata scheme in Liverpool looked after by Independent Unit Management and managed by strata manager MARY GAHDMAR. After dealing and having very bad experience with two unsatisfactory strata management Mary Gahdmar took over both complex to manage several years ago. From the time she took over I have found… Read more

her service to be in the highest order in all matters relating to our strata complex.She is a highly professional person and have demonstrated competence, efficiency, professionalism and ability to execute prompt action when disputes and issues have arisen.She response to quarries promptly and professionally and always follow through. She has continued to demonstrate to us that she has real understanding of various rules and regulations concerning strata living. She is able to explain complex laws and procedures with patient and skill. She is always cheerful and good humoured and able to get along with wide range of different personalities in the committee and in the complex. Her courtiers manner and friendly personality makes us comfortable to talk to her about any concerns we may have time to time She is a valuable asset to IUM management, we feel happy and secure that our two complex are in her administration and care.

Excellent service! – To Whom It May Concern Independent Unit Management (IUM) of 227 George Street, Liverpool has been the longstanding company title manager of Del Astra Pty Limited, the owner of 5 Aston Gardens, a 60+ year old residential building in Bellevue Hill. Mary Gahdmar is our key point of contact at IUM and I have been in regular contact with her over a… Read more

number of years. During that time we have had significant building works (full roof replacement), above average maintenance, complex insurance claims, multiple sales, and interaction with some demanding owners. Mary has been the focal point in dealing with all these matters. In all circumstances, Mary’s quiet confidence has allowed her to provide calm and reason and deliver very good outcomes. Her technical knowledge is excellent and her advice has been invaluable in successfully navigating complicated matters and at times difficult situations. Another of Mary’s strengths is her communication and her responsiveness which has allowed us to resolve issues and move forward in a timely manner. Mary also has a strong interest in training younger staff and we have seen her assistant-manager learn and grow considerably in her role, under Mary’s guidance. I have no hesitation in recommending Mary of IUM as the manager of any strata or company tilted residential building. Larry Mendelowitz Director

Excellent experience! The team always returns phone calls, has great communication, and is dependable and efficient in handling any issues. The staff are polite, friendly, and very professional, which makes dealing with them easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!

Melissa from IUM is an exemplary strata manager. She and the team respond immediately and professionally to all communication. I could not be happier with IUM and the service they provide.

Melissa Thompson has been our Strata manager for quite a few years now. Her work is thorough and professional. She is always responsive to emails. I realise that we share her with other strata plans but he responses and knowledge of our plan is always personal. We are very happy. Victor Fenech

Really BAD service from this place. They really show no care factor and just know how to make excuses and blame others for not getting anything done. If you are an owner, don't use these guys. Don't waste your hard earned strata money!

IUM strata has improved their services and communications with clients – Recently, in 2024 IUM has improved their services and communications with clients / residents and/or strata committee. This year I have noticed many positive changes. Our new strata Manager Helen Barakat is very proactive, efficient, transparent person with strong work ethics and great communication skills. I do appreciate her efforts to solve our problems and needs.

Services rendered by [Name Removed] – Since [Name Removed] was appointed to manage our lot, we were extremely impressed by services rendered, responsive and efficient. However, after signing a contract extension for two years, services have become poor at best. [Name Removed] fails to respond to emails and provide progress updates on important matters affecting the lot. Despite the… Read more

numerous emails, calls and promise after promise that an email update will be forthcoming, nothing has happened. A huge disappointment to see such a decline in customer service. Being busy with meetings and work does not constitute a valid excuse for the poor service level rendered.

Melissa Thompson has been employed by IUM Strata, Liverpool for many years and is an exceptional, professional Strata Manager. She always goes above and beyond what is requested of her in her job and is available whenever needed. She is helpful to all her clients and is very knowledgeable in what she does. This shows in her capacity to arrange emergency help if and when needed by her many clients plus necessary everyday requirements.

I have only recently purchased my unit. Any requests or communications have been answered and actioned promptly and professionally by strata manager Melissa. Good communication is always a cornerstone to building good relationships.

I highly recommend IUM Strata. Jeff and the team have gone above and beyond in assisting me in strata management. They are great to work with, courteous and prompt and I would like to thank them again for their professionalism in our building management.

I cannot speak highly enough of Branis Rolj and her team from IUM! From the moment I started dealing with them as an executive committee of the block at 55 Villiers Street Rockdale, two things were clear: 1. The IUM and Branis Rolj are absolute professionals that have been long in the industry! 2. This is the team of Integrity! Their deep… Read more

experience to assist with decision making, step to step guidance and advice in dealing with various issues at our block, make their service top-notch and beyond our expectations. Thank you all for your efforts and great service you have provided over the years! All of the residents from our block much appreciate it, and we are looking forward to working with you many years in the future!

I honestly think that ium do a fantastic job looking after our villa complex in ingleburn, Aleksija looks after our complex and does a great job of making sure everything gets done by qualified tradesmen, she's a hard working mum who deserves credit for the effort she puts in and ium have been managing our complex for a very long time. So we'll… Read more

done to Jeff Sutton and all the team at ium carrying on the service started by Jeff's father Reg Sutton all those years ago.

Melissa Thompson from IUM has been a breath of fresh air compared with other Strata Managers. She stays very current and relevant to helping us improve the quality of our building. Melissa is both contentious and very effective.

Recently I asked Hope to organise service to repair a gate locker. She immediately organised service locksmith providing clear description what has to be done. Despite her clear arrangement contractor tried to take advantage of our finances. The way Hope dealt with the problem proved her professionalism and support of our interest and not the… Read more

contractor. moreover, she dedicated her own time working after hours to find the solution. This is something to what I've not experienced in the past.

Helen from I.U.M – Our block of units has been with I.U.M. strata for a long time, and their service has always been impeccable. Big shout out to Helen Barakat. Very professional, smart, easy to deal with, and as a bonus is a nice person.

Customer Service – We have been very pleased and appreciative of the support and service Mary has provided to our strata plan. Mary has been our Strata Manager for the last 2 years, she has listened, supported and actioned our concerns. We are very thankful.

IUM experience – IUM is professional and dedicated strata management company. Helen has been our strata manager for only a few months but she has been responsive and addresses any issues promptly. I would recommend IUM anyone who needs one.

Great Strata Manager - Aleksija – I have owned a strata unit for a year now and being a first-time owner of a strata unit, didn't know what to expect. I have been dealing with Aleksija who has always been helpful and always responds to queries in a timely manner.

IUM and Our Manager Mary are highly recommended by the Residents at Plan 32970 – Over the years IUM has been looking after our complex at 32970 and are professional, and honest and support their staff who do a great job. Our Manager Mary, has looked after us at our complex for years and goes far and beyond, even after hours to help us in any way she can, she never hesitates when we need her. I highly recommend her, she is a… Read more

very capable, professional and kind person. Any Strata would be privileged to have her. Our by laws were written by a Solicitor who represented us in NCAT cases and were found to be lacking and we lost the cases, with no fault to IUM and Mary. They have to be rewritten by the Solicitor.

A good story about Strata Managers – Philip Pappas has managed our industrial estate for some years and has always been professional, responsive and efficient in his management. Working with him has been a pleasure. He is the best Strata Manager I have dealt with in a long career in property.

Professional excellence – As an owner and committee member I have been very confident with our strata manager Jason Vyas from the start. His communication has always been fast, responsive and professional. Jason is a consistent and a reliable wealth of knowledge when it comes to meeting the needs of owners and committee.

IUM Strata Manager - Jason Vyas – I have dealt with Jason Vyas at IUM for approximately one year and I have been impressed with his level of service. Jason has been instrumental in assisting clean-up our group of units which were starting to look shabby. From organising tradesmen to obtaining quotes to following-up work, Jason was always across the issues. It made the owners job… Read more

easier knowing Jason was supporting us. His level of expertise in relation to the regulatory/legal/financial aspects of Strata management are extensive and reassuring, as is his friendliness and approachability. If all the Strata Managers at IUM are of the same calibre as Jason, then I would have no hesitation in recommending IUM to any landlord seeking the services of a Strata Manager. Emanuel

A pleasure to deal with and you are always confident that when you call or email, action is immediate – Chrissy Potamianos - Assistant Agent for IUM who tool over our strata management.

Jason Vyas, strata manager 35-39 York Street – Jason Vyas is a professional and the best strata manager I have met and worked with. He has the most effective management skills. As a committee member of our complex, I give a five-star rating for his work. He always responds to my emails as soon as he can, obtains quotes and completes jobs in a good time manner. He also resolves any problem… Read more

within our building effectively. I am pleased to work with him and wish to be our strata manager forever. Thank you for all your efforts. Hermez Drbas

Excellent – We have dealt with Philip and IUM for years now, and have always found them a pleasure to work with. They are quick and responsive, and have given us 5 star service to date.

Professional guidance – We have been very grateful to Melissa Thompson for her professional guidance and assistance in maintaining the strata issues of our unit block. She clearly relays the expectations of our role as owners of the unit and is patient with our responses when needed.