FAQ
Frequently asked questions about energy renovation in co-ownership
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How long does it take to prepare an energy renovation project?
Every co-ownership is different. Depending on the scale of the project, several months may be needed to carry out studies, obtain quotes, present the project at the General Meeting and plan the works.
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Is financial support available?
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Do all the works need to be carried out at once?
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Is energy renovation mandatory?
Requirements are gradually evolving in Brussels and Wallonia. Depending on the Region and the characteristics of the building, certain requirements may apply. Planning ahead helps schedule works with greater peace of mind and avoid urgent interventions.
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What are the most common types of work ?
The most common works involve insulating the building envelope, collective heating systems, ventilation, windows and certain technical installations.
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Who decides on the works?
Energy renovation works are submitted to a vote at the General Meeting, in accordance with co-ownership legislation.
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Who can support a co-ownership with an energy renovation project?
An energy renovation project involves several parties, such as engineering firms, architects, specialised contractors and the property manager. As the coordinator of the co-ownership, the property manager plays an essential role in organising the different stages of the project, preparing decisions for the General Meeting and following up on the actions undertaken.
Frequently asked questions about rental management
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What is rental management ?
Rental management means entrusting a professional with all the procedures linked to renting out your property. From finding tenants to day-to-day management, OP handles administrative, financial, technical and legal aspects to simplify landlords’ lives, secure rental income and ensure rigorous monitoring of their property assets.
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Who is rental management for?
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How can you optimise the management of your rental investment?
Professional rental management helps reduce vacancy periods, secure rental income, coordinate works and interventions, preserve the long-term value of your assets, ensure legal compliance and free you from administrative, financial and technical constraints.
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How are leases, rents and legal obligations managed?
OP supports you with the administrative and legal follow-up of your rental: drafting and updating leases, monitoring deadlines and renewals, rent indexation, rental files, landlord obligations and support in disputes or contentious matters.
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Why choose OP for rental management ?
With OP, you benefit from comprehensive rental management and a dedicated manager who follows your properties daily, handles rent collection and indexation, accounting, service charges, claims, technical interventions, contractors and legal obligations.
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Why use a professional rental manager ?
Managing a property takes time, specific knowledge and regular follow-up. A professional rental manager lets landlords delegate administrative, technical and legal procedures while retaining a clear view of their investment.
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What does our rental management service include?
Our service covers all the stages needed for proper property management: lease drafting and file management, rent collection and indexation, service-charge monitoring, accounting, technical interventions, maintenance, incidents and legal obligations.
Frequently asked questions about changing property manager
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How long does it take to change property manager?
The timeframe mainly depends on your co-ownership’s schedule and the date of your General Meeting. Good preparation helps ensure a smooth transition.
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Is it complicated to change property manager?
No. Changing property manager is a regulated process. With the right support, the various steps are prepared in advance to ensure a smooth and organised transition.
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What is the role of the property manager?
The property manager supports the co-ownership throughout its energy renovation project. They prepare the files for the General Meeting, coordinate the various parties involved, handle the administrative follow-up of the decisions taken and ensure that the different stages of the project run smoothly.
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Who informs the previous property manager of the change?
The change is approved at the General Meeting. Once the new property manager has been appointed, the handover is organised between the parties involved.
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Will I lose my co-ownership documents?
No. The outgoing property manager is required to transfer the documents necessary for the continued management of the co-ownership. OP organises this handover to ensure continuity of follow-up.
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Is there any interruption in the management?
No. The aim of a successful change of property manager is precisely to ensure continuity of management between the former and the new property manager.