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Get Your Owners Corporation Management Fee Quote Instantly

Getting an accurate owners corporation management fee Melbourne committees can budget from shouldn’t require a lengthy back-and-forth. This calculator gives you an indicative fee based on the tier structure set out in the Owners Corporations Act 2006 (Vic) and a fixed per-lot pricing model — so you know what to expect before you even pick up the phone.
 
To ensure accuracy, we ask for a small amount of information about your Owners Corporation. Once submitted, your indicative fee will be instantly provided by email. If you would like a detailed proposal, you can indicate this within the form, and we will follow up accordingly.
 
Please note this estimate is intended as a guide. Each Owners Corporation has its own characteristics, and a tailored proposal may be required where additional complexity exists.
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Additional requirements noted

Your selections indicate that your Owners Corporation may involve additional governance, financial, or operational complexity.

This may affect the level of management input required. We typically review these factors to ensure the management structure remains appropriate and sustainable.

Clear and Transparent pricing… Refreshing Isn’t it!

Insurance, Independence & Conflicts

No. Total OCS does not receive insurance commissions or any other financial benefit from insurers or insurance brokers.
We also do not have preferred brokers or commercial relationships with insurers. The Owners Corporation retains full control over which broker is appointed. Where requested, we can approach multiple brokers so committees can compare options and make an informed decision.
Independence removes conflicts of interest.
It means:
  • Insurance recommendations are not influenced by incentives
  • Policies are selected based on coverage and value, not commission
  • Committees can be confident advice is objective and transparent
This independence is a core principle of Total OCS and underpins how we approach all contractor and supplier decisions.

Fees, Pricing & Contract Structure

Yes. Our annual management fee is clearly defined in the Contract of Appointment and is fixed for the agreed contract term, unless otherwise stated.
Our fees are not based on billable hours. This provides:
  • Cost certainty for Owners Corporations
  • Predictable budgeting
  • No pressure to limit communication or engagement
All included services and any additional services are disclosed upfront.
No. If a service is not included in the agreed management fee, it will always be discussed and approved before any cost is incurred.
We believe transparency upfront avoids misunderstandings later.
Any fee review or increase terms are documented clearly in the Contract of Appointment.
In many cases, fees are fixed for the contract term, with no automatic annual increases unless expressly stated. There are no surprise adjustments mid‑agreement.
Yes. We offer a 28‑day exit clause during the first three months of appointment.
This allows an Owners Corporation to exit the agreement without financial penalty if expectations are not met. We believe good service — not lock‑in clauses — should be the reason a building stays with its manager.

Value, Sustainability & “Cheap Management”

Because they are often charging less than it realistically costs to manage a property properly.
Owners Corporation management requires time, experience, systems, compliance oversight, and ongoing training. When fees are set too low, service standards are difficult to sustain — and that usually has consequences for the building.
When management fees are unsustainably low, Owners Corporations often experience:
  • Managers handling an excessive number of buildings
  • Limited time for proactive planning and governance
  • Delays in responses and follow‑ups
  • Issues only being addressed once they escalate
The service may exist on paper, but not consistently in practice.
Not automatically — but sustainable pricing is the foundation of good service.
Reasonable fees allow a firm to:
  • Retain experienced, qualified managers
  • Keep manager portfolios at realistic levels
  • Provide consistent, informed advice
  • Support Owners Corporations over the long term
Without that foundation, service quality becomes unpredictable.
When comparing managers, it’s worth asking:
  • How long do managers typically stay with the company?
  • How many properties does each manager handle?
  • What qualifications, systems, and support are in place?
  • How clear and realistic is the fee structure?
The cheapest option often struggles to answer those questions well.
Real value means:
  • Fewer unresolved issues
  • Less frustration for committee members
  • Consistent advice over time
  • Reduced risk and stress
  • A building that is properly managed, not just administered
That’s what Total OCS is structured to deliver — and why we are upfront about why cheaper is not always better.

If your question isn’t covered above, please contact us below.
We’re always happy to have an open conversation and help committees and lot owners understand their options.