Why Investing in Property is a Smart Move (And Why You Need A Property Manager)
When it comes to building wealth or preparing for retirement, investing in real estate is the fastest way to do so. Many of the world’s wealthy people built their fortunes from real estate. A famous quote by Andrew Carnegie, who built the American steel industry, says, “90% of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.” But with Australian real estate's skyrocketi...
Good News for First Home Buyers!
Ready to get into the property market for the first time? Here’s some good news! You can now do it with the NSW Government’s First Home Buyer Schemes Getting on the property ladder can feel daunting, particularly if you’re a first-home buyer. Buyers typically face several challenges in saving for their deposit: rising rents (as many are renting while they save for the...
RPN’s vision in Montalban Becomes Reality
In our last blog[MM1] , we discussed how RPN’s charity efforts in Montalban Landfill have attracted other charitable groups to conduct their own outreach activities to help the landfill's residents. Beginning 10 February 2024, we are proud to announce that we will once again pioneer another project in the area. This project is close to my heart and the very thing that launched my de...
Reintroducing Myself
It’s been a while since RPN published a blog post, and a lot has happened in the space of a few months. During that time, my life and business have undergone some significant changes. But despite the exciting changes happening, you can expect the same level of service from RPN and me. As I re-emerge from this period of transformation, I wanted to take a moment to reconnect with you, my v...
5 Tips For Staging Your Home
Stage your home like a pro with our easy tips that won’t break the budget When selling your house, you naturally want to present it in the best way possible so that it sells quickly and at the highest profit margin. Research shows that a staged home sells three times faster than a non-staged home, with staged homes selling ten per cent higher. It makes sense to spend a bit of extr...
Should you invest in a granny flat?
Is buying a granny flat a good idea? We tackle frequently asked questions Granny flats, as their name implies, were traditionally accommodation options for aging parents to live close to relatives. These days the humble backyard granny flat is more than just an extra living space in your property but a sophisticated building that has all the modern conveniences of a larger house. They ca...
Here’s why the tiny house may be the key to living mortgage-free
With the economic conditions in Australia, is now the time to downsize to the tiny house? Many young families, couples, singles, and retirees are jumping on the tiny house wagon as it provides an affordable housing solution. It has recently become a popular option for downsizing retirees rather than moving into a retirement village. With the rising cost of living and building mate...
Useless renovations that won’t increase your home’s value
Are you thinking of selling your home? You may have heard that renovating the kitchen and bathroom or adding an extra room are necessary for increasing your home’s value. But what adds value to a house nowadays, particularly in Australia’s current market? You may be surprised to learn that some renovations are not only a waste of time but can waste thousands of dollars with v...
Here’s what you need to know when buying off-the-plan in NSW
As you will have seen in the news, there have been delays in the home building industry due to supply and transportation issues, and this has affected many building projects, including off-the-plan home projects. Understandably, many buyers are afraid to purchase off-the-plan due to the risks involved, but there are many benefits to buying off-the-plan. We look at some of the benefits when you...
What are the pitfalls of selling your house privately?
If you are looking to sell your house yourself, read this first. A property for sale by owner means the property is being sold by the owner and not through a real estate agent. Some people find this attractive as they don’t have to pay a middleman (the real estate agent) to sell their property, preferring to do all the negotiations themselves and saving thousands of dollars on agent fees...
Should I buy or invest in a retirement home or village
Before you commit, read this first Retirement is something you’ve been looking forward to for many years, and now that the day nears you are faced with so many choices and decisions about how you’ll spend your “golden” years. For many people, a retirement village is attractive as they are purpose-built for retirees and their needs, and they offer many lifestyle benefit...
Giving back to our community
At RPN, we believe that small businesses are the heartbeat of our neighbourhood, the spine of our local economy, and the spirit of our town. And living in this great country of Australia, we believe that everyone deserves a fair go. You see, our business is not just about making a profit, but it is also a social enterprise[MMP1] . We are passionate about investing in and improving our co...
5 things you need to know before buying an investment property
What is an investment property? Investment property is real estate bought for the purpose of earning money on it (through rental yield) and/or profiting from the sale of it down the track when the property goes up in value (capital gain). Most property investors invest for both the rental yield and the capital gain. Buying an investment property is very different from buying property to...
I’m ready to retire, now what?
The retirement years can be both exciting and daunting. We give you some food for thought about funding your retirement and selling your home or property. You’ve worked hard all your life and now that you’ve decided to retire, you start thinking about the options available for funding your retirement. Many retirees will have some superannuation saved up when compulsory...
Should I put my property under auction?
We list the pros and cons to help you decide Sale by auction is one of the most popular ways of selling a house. In the last month alone in Sydney (as of 19 March 2022) there were 867 auctions scheduled and 433 sold, with the median price being $1,601,000. Many people are attracted to auctions because of the perception that they bring in more money for the seller, but that&r...
10 Things you need to know before selling your home
Thinking of selling your home? Here’s our list of tips to help you prepare your home for sale Your kids have flown the coop and you’re living in a house too big for you. You find yourself wondering if you should sell your home and down-size, or chase long-held goals and dreams. But it’s been a long time since you’ve sold a home or this might even be the first time! And ...
A Cuppa with Aunty Edna
Edna Rodriguez has served the local community for so long that she has become known as “Aunty.” We chatted with Edna about how she got into the real estate business and what she loves most about her job. A migrant from the Philippines, working mother Edna Rodriguez spent many decades trying different careers to support her family. Over the years, she worked in diverse industries s...
Confused about real estate jargon when it comes to buying or selling? Here are important terms you need to know.
It’s easy to be bamboozled by the words and phrases used in the real estate industry when buying or selling a house. We’ve compiled a list of terms to help you understand the “lingo�? used in advertisements and by real estate agents. This list is not exhaustive. We have not included words you will come across in the Contract of Sale or your mortgage documents, as those are bes...
At RPN Global Sales, We’re Not Just About Profits
We Are Also About Serving You. Our community. Our world. As a company, we exist to serve you, first and foremost. We value honesty and integrity, and we are a firm believer in the words of Jesus, “do unto others as you would have them do unto you” (Matthew 7:12). We believe in these words so much that we have made it our core value. What does this mean for you? It means that you c...
Here’s why the Hunter Valley is the place to invest in 2022
The Hunter Valley property market has been steadily increasing in the past 3 years, with median house prices growing by 27.1% and units by 32.3% in 2021. The region’s vacancy rates have remained low at 0.7% (compared to the Sydney metro’s 2.8%), with the median house rental price increasing to $480 per week. This shows a strong rental demand, even throughout COVID-19, and therefore ...
Introducing RPN Global Sales Part 2 – Our Purpose: Living authentically as who we are
We strive to live authentically as who we are in the competitive real estate industry to serve you better. You spend years taking care of your home, spend thousands of your hard-earned money paying off your mortgage and even build up a lifetime of memories in it. So when the painful decision comes to sell your much-loved family home, you want to find an agent whom you trust and who values your...
Introducing RPN Global Sales Part 1
Say hello to our Founder Maria (Tes) Casin Hello and welcome to RPN Global Sales. In this series, we would like to introduce ourselves and how we can help you in the journey of selling your home. We begin with our founder’s story, Maria (Tes) Casin. Humble beginnings RPN Global Sales Pty Ltd had its humble beginnings in 2005 when founder Tes Casin saw a need for quality real estate ser...
