Japan Real Estate Property Investment Guide for Foreigners released by Nippon Tradings International
Catering specifically to foreigners considering purchasing real estate in Japan, NTI have released a "practical, hands - on" Japan Real Estate Property Investment Guide.
Warranties against defects when buying real estate in Japan
REThink Tokyo spoke with Zoe Ward from Japan Property Central about the importance for buyers to understand when and what is warranties apply before signing a contract of sale for a property in Japan.
Tips for multi-party real estate investments in Japan
Real estate joint ventures are a way to realise projects or acquire properties by pooling the resources of multiple parties. While this approach to real estate deals is popular in North America, it is less so in Japan — however, the legal structure does exist.
Compact apartment supply on the rise in greater Tokyo
Compact apartments are defined as those with an internal floor area of 30 ~ 50 sqm (323 ~ 538 sq.ft). These apartments generally target singles and working couples.
Akiya banks: Real estate listings promoting sales of abandoned Japanese homes
Akiya — abandoned homes — can be an affordable option for entering the real estate market in Japan. Here are some tips for how to find them and what to consider.
Gurner St Moritz $30m penthouse breaks Melbourne record after being sold to Antony Catalano
Luxury property developer Gurner has smashed Melbourne’s price record for the most expensive apartment sale, contracting the illustrious $30m penthouse at its ultra-luxury Saint Moritz development in St Kilda to a high-profile Melbourne family.
The future of Airbnb in Japan: Cloudy, with a strong chance of bureaucracy
The homesharing law that looked set to level the playing field seems to be closing it off instead, and Japan Airbnb renters are growing increasingly concerned about their investments.
