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flag Victoria strata managers face scrutiny for undisclosed kickbacks from insurers and vendors, inflating costs and raising ethical concerns.

flag Strata managers in Victoria are under growing scrutiny for receiving undisclosed kickbacks from insurance and vendor providers, a practice critics call ethically indefensible and a conflict of interest. flag Despite being legal, the widespread use of these commissions—often hidden from owners—has led to inflated insurance premiums, especially in buildings with defects. flag Research shows most owners are unaware of such payments, with only 34% certain their manager doesn’t receive them. flag Advocates demand a legislative ban, arguing even disclosure fails to address the underlying bias. flag The issue is part of a larger system where managers steer owners toward affiliated services and developers appoint managers in new developments. flag With strata laws under review, pressure mounts for reform to protect apartment owners as high-density living grows.

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