Condo Talk with OctoAI: Condo and Strata Intelligence

Are you a strata council member, property manager, or condo owner struggling to manage difficult personalities in your building? This episode features experienced strata lawyer Phil Dougan (Citadel Law) in conversation with Thomas Beattie (OctoAI), diving deep into the best practices, legal considerations, and real-life strategies for handling bullies, hoarders, and other challenging owners in BC strata communities.Key topics cover...

Get ready to rethink everything you know about strata general meetings, because the future is hybrid, and it's already here. Join Ryan Grant of Property Flute and Thomas Beattie of OctoAI for a session packed with eye-opening stories, actionable tips, and a few hard truths about why the "old way" of gathering just doesn't cut it anymore. Ryan will reveal what it takes to run meetings that are secure, transparent, ...

Join Kelly McFadyen of Condominium Lending Group and Thomas Beattie, CEO of OctoAI, for a candid conversation on how condo loans can provide a path to funding projects...without the need for special levies.Kelly brings deep experience in navigating financing options for strata communities, while Thomas offers a forward-looking perspective on how data and technology are reshaping decision-making in condo governance. Together, they’l...

Who’s really in charge, your strata council or your strata manager? Too often the lines get blurry, and that’s when conflicts, delays, and headaches begin.Join Sean Jordan, founder of StrataPress, and Thomas Beattie, CEO of OctoAI, for a webinar that clears the air on “who does what” in strata governance. You’ll get straight answers on council authority versus manager responsibilities, plus real-world tips to prevent role confusion...

Insurance premiums for strata properties don’t have to be a mystery. Paul Murcutt, Senior Vice-President at BFL CANADA Realty, joins Thomas Beattie of OctoAI for an actionable look at how your strata can position itself as a preferred risk, directly impacting insurance costs and coverage flexibility.Drawing from the expertise of British Columbia’s largest strata insurance broker, this session delivers:- Practical checklists for fir...

Unlock the secrets to building successful vendor relationships in the strata management world! 🎉 Join us as we chat with Jaclyn Jeffrey, a writer and former strata manager with insider insights on how vendors can connect effectively with busy strata managers, stand out with authentic communication, and win council approvals smoothly.In this video, you'll learn:✅ What a strata manager really does behind the scenes✅ How to appro...

Join Thomas Beattie of OctoAI and Adam Enns, Senior Account Executive at Integrity Risk Reduction, for an in-depth exploration of water leak detection technologies and their critical role in protecting strata properties from costly water damage.In this video, Adam shares his extensive experience deploying advanced leak detection systems in residential and strata buildings, including real-world examples of how these solutions preven...

Jonathan Fenn of Reserve Sense joins Thomas Beattie of OctoAI to discuss depreciation reports. Whether you are an owner, buyer, strata council member, property manager or Realtor, learn about the red flags and what you need to know. Jonathan is a domain expert, having been course author at UBC and worked in the field for a decade as Certified Reserve Planner and Consultant. He is now revolutionizing how Reserve Fund Studies are ord...

Katharine Olson, Strata Gal and founder of Groundbreaking Strata, joins Thomas Beattie of OctoAI to introduce stratas, BC's version of condo corporations and HOAs. This is about power through knowledge. You’ll walk away with a calm, clear understanding of how strata really works, and why that matters to you as a homeowner, neighbour, and community member.We cover:

• The Strata System
• Top 3 things every owner should know
• Where t...

Learn about the significant financial impact of special levies on condo and strata owners, and discover how billions of dollars in unfunded capital projects affect communities. By the end of this video, you'll know how to predict upcoming special levies, understand practical strategies to prepare for major expenses, and explore the tools and funding options available to help you manage these costly assessments.Thomas Beattie, CEO a...

Jason Kurtz, President of StrataWest, joins us to discuss one of the greatest challenges in property management. This is about power through knowledge. You’ll walk away with an understanding of the workplace challenges for condo / strata managers, what keeps them engaged, and why that matters to you as a homeowner, neighbour, and community member.Learn about the critical shortage of strata managers in British Columbia and discover ...

Learn how to dramatically simplify your strata council workload through digital tools, streamlined processes, and better organization from StrataPress founder Sean Jordan, who brings 15 years of hands-on council experience. By the end of this video, you'll discover practical strategies for centralizing documents, improving communication, automating routine tasks, and creating systems that make council transitions seamless while...

Learn practical strategies for building warmth and community in condo living, from effective communication to organizing potlucks that bring neighbors together.Jaclyn Jeffrey is a freelance real estate writer with Burke By Burke and former managing broker and strata manager with over a decade of experience in the British Columbia real estate market. She joins Thomas Beattie of OctoAI to discuss what it takes to create community in ...

Learn everything you need to know about small strata insurance from industry expert Sonia Blackburn of Axis Insurance, covering the unique challenges faced by smaller communities and how to navigate complex coverage decisions. By the end of this segment, you'll understand the critical differences between master policies and individual coverage, know how to manage deductibles effectively, and discover practical tips to optimize ...

Learn the complete process of condo turnover transition from developer to owner control with David Locke, Managing Broker at Duka Property Management. He brings over 26 years of industry experience including 40-60 development turnovers, and shares his insights with Thomas Beattie of OctoAI.By the end of this video, you'll understand the critical timeline, key players involved, common challenges like budget shortfalls and constr...

Learn the complete blueprint for building a powerful personal and corporate brand in real estate with Jamie Burke, Partner of Burke by Burke marketing agency and former strata manager. She shares how you can leverage social media to establish your personal brand with Thomas Beattie of OctoAI.By the end of this video, you'll understand the critical difference between branding and marketing, discover how to optimize your LinkedIn...

Learn the truth about strata manager roles and responsibilities with Michele Seger from Tribe Property Management, as she debunks common misconceptions and clarifies what managers can and cannot do under BC law. Michele also explains to Thomas Beattie of OctoAI the importance of empathy in strata management. By the end of this episode, you'll understand why strata managers aren't decision-makers, discover the complex licens...

Learn everything you need to know about navigating tree bylaws in Metro Vancouver with Cody Zahradnik, Arborist & Senior Manager at Para Space Landscaping, as he breaks down the complex world of municipal permits, replacement requirements, and species selection. Cody describes to Thomas Beattie of OctoAI several species that thrive in BC's climate, along with unique factors about where they may be best suited.By the end of ...