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Switching property managers in Japan: the steps and what to check
Switching managers starts with the type and terms of your current contract. Master leases, notice periods, deposit and arrears records, and telling tenants, in order.
Inherited a rental property in Japan? What to check first
When you inherit a rental, the tenants' leases pass to you. Check the registration deadline, the rent account, tax filings, the management contract and the building's condition.
What does a 5% management fee cover? The other fees to check
A fee percentage alone doesn't tell you much. What the fee is charged on, whether tax is included, and the other fees to ask about.
Renting an apartment in Saitama as a foreign resident
How renting works in Saitama if you hold a residence card: choosing a line, documents, guarantor companies, move-in costs, and the basics after you move in.