Expert Sinking Fund Forecasts Australia
Professional Sinking Fund Forecasts Australia with Capital Works Fund Plans for strata properties by Cost Estimator.
Sinking Fund Forecasts & Capital Works Fund Plans in Australia
Cost Estimator Pty Ltd prepares independent Sinking Fund Forecasts and Capital Works Fund Plans for strata properties throughout Australia. Our experienced Quantity Surveyors provide accurate long-term maintenance planning to help owners corporations and body corporates manage future building expenses with confidence.
Our reports identify major common-property repairs and replacements, estimate when they may be required, and calculate the contributions needed to prepare for future expenditure.
Terminology differs between states and territories. These reports may also be known as:
- Capital Works Fund Plans
- Sinking Fund Forecasts
- Maintenance Fund Plans
- Long-Term Maintenance Plans
What Our Sinking Fund Forecast Report Includes
Our comprehensive Sinking Fund Forecast and Capital Works Fund Plan includes:
- Inspection of accessible common property
- Review of available strata and financial records
- Schedule of major building components
- Estimated remaining life of each component
- Projected maintenance and replacement costs
- Annual expenditure forecast
- Fund cash-flow assessment
- Recommended annual contributions
- Allowance for cost escalation and unexpected expenditure
- Recommendations for future review
Items Commonly Assessed
Depending on the property, our Sinking Fund Forecast Reports may include assessment of:
- Roofing and guttering
- External painting and façades
- Concrete and structural repairs
- Waterproofing and balconies
- Common doors and windows
- Stairwells and common-area finishes
- Electrical and lighting systems
- Plumbing and drainage
- Fire safety systems
- Lifts and mechanical equipment
- Driveways, garages and car parks
- Fencing, gates and landscaping
Why Is a Sinking Fund Forecast Important?
A professionally prepared Capital Works Fund Plan helps the owners corporation or body corporate:
- Plan for major future expenditure
- Maintain appropriate financial reserves
- Set realistic annual contributions
- Reduce the risk of unexpected special levies
- Prioritise maintenance and replacement works
- Protect the condition and value of the property
WHAT WE DO
Our Simple Process
Property Review
Send us the property address, number of lots, and available strata documents.
Inspection and Assessment
We assess the common-property assets, expected lifecycles, and future costs.
Report and Recommendations
You receive a clear, itemised Sinking Fund Forecast with annual expenditure and recommended fund contributions.
Request a Free Quote
Send us your property address, number of lots, and available documents for a free, no-obligation quotation.