Glossaryinvesting

What is Body Corporate?

The legal entity that manages and maintains the common areas and shared facilities of a strata or community title development (e.g. apartments, townhouses). All lot owners are members and pay levies. Also called an "owners corporation" in VIC and NSW. Body corporate fees can significantly affect investment returns.

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