Increase in co-ownership charges (over 2011)¹,²
Contrats de syndic ne respectent pas la réglementation3
The management, maintenance and upkeep of co-owned properties involve numerous contracts:
On one hand, there are agreements entered into by the syndicate of co-owners. These form the foundation of your quarterly service charge requests and annual statements. Such contracts cover utilities, property management fees, cleaning, green space maintenance, roof terraces, drainage systems, lift and garage door servicing, heating systems, ventilation networks, and individual meter readings.
On the other hand, there are contracts specific to you as a property owner, such as agreements for rental management, concierge services, individual boiler inspections, utility supply, or maintenance of pools, air conditioning, and heat pumps.
Scrutinising costs, assessing service relevance, understanding contractual clauses, navigating the relevant legal frameworks, employing effective renegotiation tactics, preparing tender specifications, and comparing quotations all demand considerable expertise.
This is a crucial financial lever – especially in light of the sharp increases in co-ownership charges in recent years. The goal is not simply to switch providers or reduce quality but to ensure that billed services are delivered and are in line with current market rates.
Let us help you find opportunities for savings while safeguarding your property’s quality and value.
¹ 2021 Co-Ownership Charges Observatory by the Association des Responsables de Copropriété
², ³ Article by 60 Millions de Consommateurs, (consumer watchdog) published 7 February 2024
3 Article publié le 03/07/2024 par la DGCCRF (Direction Générale de la Concurrence, de la Consommation et de la Répression des Fraudes) portant sur 457 contrôles effectués en 2021 et 2022