Management covers what happens after you own a property. Across property management, rental management, running a real estate business and renovation, it explains how to improve occupancy, tenant satisfaction, repair planning and profitability. It gives owners and management companies practical know-how for on-the-ground issues such as reducing vacancy, handling move-out restoration and long-term repairs. It reflects lessons from managing 400-plus units in our own operations.
This section is updated on an ongoing basis as new public information and market developments emerge.
An overview of the pros and cons of rental properties over 40 years old, covering rent, layouts, seismic performance, and facilities. Also explains vacancy measures and asset value preservation points for owners.
This article explains the advantages and disadvantages of a home with shop space, along with practical layout planning points from an investor's perspective. It introduces strategies for balancing tenant income and owner use to maximize the value of a mixed-use property.
This article explains common trunk room investment failures, including location, rent, and theft risks, and the measures needed for success. It also outlines the land-use potential of yields above 15% and practical points for selecting the right operator.
A detailed analysis of the average real estate income of 5.21 million yen from apartment management, covering income sources, recurring expenses, taxes, and how to calculate effective yield and cash flow.
For apartment owners, this guide explains the legal grounds for eviction negotiations under lease law, typical relocation compensation, the negotiation process, and the required legal procedures from a practical perspective.
This guide explains benchmark construction costs per tsubo for mid-rise, high-rise, and tenant buildings by structure type. It also breaks down interior, equipment, and miscellaneous costs, along with conditions that can push costs above market levels.
An old switch plate can be replaced with just a screwdriver. This guide explains the DIY process step by step and also clarifies why electrical wiring work requires a licensed electrician in certain cases.
A complete guide to monetizing vacant condo parking spaces. It covers parking-share services, coin-operated parking and even food truck use, offering practical measures every property owner should consider.
A neutral overview for overseas investors before adopting VR property viewing in Japan. It compares the three types (360-degree photo tour, 3D scan, real-time remote hosting), outlines the equipment and cost in yen and approximate USD, and explains how the legally required explanation of important matters is delivered online as IT jusetsu.
This guide explains the meaning of a real estate listing sheet known as a Maisoku, how to use it effectively, key creation tips, and legal cautions to help strengthen property appeal and improve occupancy rates.
This guide explains how to handle security deposit disputes when the refund is withheld. It covers how costs for walls, floors, and water-related areas are divided between tenants and landlords, along with four practical negotiation methods, including using case law, attending estimates, and seeking help from public institutions.
We explain the real causes of failure in whole apartment building investments from five perspectives, including vacancies, maintenance costs, and overleveraging. Practical measures such as used-property acquisition and cash flow comparison are also included.
What to do when a water heater breaks down in a rental unit: typical lifespan, when to replace rather than repair, and a clear explanation of cost responsibility for landlords and tenants.
This guide explains the differences among A, B, and C construction works in commercial properties. It covers scope, cost responsibility, contractor selection authority, and practical cautions such as comparative quotes and restoration obligations in C works.
This article explains how to lower restoration costs when vacating a rental office or retail space. It also shows why careless price negotiations can backfire, and introduces practical measures such as turnkey transfer, obtaining multiple quotations, and reviewing the lease agreement in advance.
The proxy payment system for public assistance allows the welfare office to send rent directly to property owners. Partially mandated since April 2020, this guide explains the application process, required documents, and practical benefits for property management companies.
An investor-focused guide to the advantages and disadvantages of share house investment. Covers revenue structure, vacancy risk reduction, regulatory compliance, management costs, and practical measures to prevent tenant problems.
This guide explains how to choose a rug for a Japanese-style room, from functions and materials that help prevent dust mites and mold to styling ideas such as Japandi and natural interiors.
This guide explains how facility liability insurance works, what it covers, typical premium ranges, and how it differs from fire insurance. It helps rental property owners understand an essential form of risk protection.
A professional guide to the legal basis of renewal fees, regional differences, and the conditions that make fee reduction negotiations more or less likely to succeed when renewing a rental property.
An operational guide to the differences between rent, management fees, and common area fees, and how each is determined in rental management practice. Covers arrears response, why these costs are separated, and key points for explaining them to tenants.
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An overview of toilet service life (15 years), component-by-component longevity, replacement signs, and the water- and energy-saving benefits of newer models. An equipment management and planned repair guide for rental property management staff.
The duty of care as a prudent manager is the duty of a tenant to use and maintain a rental property with the care required by socially accepted standards while the tenant is renting the property. In rental management, these terms are not si
Flooring has no statutory useful life. This practical guide explains replacement decision criteria and the allocation of restoration costs between landlords and tenants from a rental management perspective.
This article explains the gap between the statutory useful life of a unit bath, 22 years, and the practical reality of 10 to 15 years, along with criteria for deciding when to replace it, the advantages and disadvantages, and everyday management points that help extend its service life.
This article explains the differences between earthquake-resistant, base-isolated, and vibration-control structures, and compares seven home builders known for strong seismic performance. It also outlines practical selection criteria that can be applied when evaluating building quality for investment properties.
Learn five practical ways to sell a condo at the best possible price. This guide covers market timing, comparing multiple companies, choosing the right brokerage agreement, and preparing for viewings as part of a structured selling strategy.
This article explains tenant recruitment strategies needed to maintain full occupancy in rental property management. It covers the differences between general and exclusive leasing arrangements, property improvements from the tenant's perspective, local market research, management company selection, and practical use of the internet.
Explains four walk-in closet layouts, including single-wall, double-wall, L-shaped, and U-shaped designs, along with storage types. Also introduces how to choose the right layout for a 4-tatami space based on circulation and lifestyle.