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.
A comprehensive guide for landlords on adding a bath reheating function to rental units: expected retrofit costs, tenant appeal benefits, and how to choose the right contractor.
An overview of the maintenance costs that investors often overlook in used condo investment. Explains property tax, repair reserve funds, and management fees, and introduces a practical framework for choosing properties from a cost perspective.
A practical guide for investment and property management on regional renewal fee data, including Tokyo at 65% and Osaka at 0%, along with payment methods, delinquency risks, and rent negotiation tips.
Clarify whether Japan's consumption tax applies to key money (reikin), how to determine taxable vs. non-taxable amounts, and best practices for accounting entries.
This guide explains how rental building owner liability coverage works and why it matters. It also introduces the types of insurance and policy riders landlords should consider, along with key review points for managing rental business risk.
Learn how INA&Associates has developed a unique rental management system that removes the burden from property owners and keeps operations running smoothly.
Explains the difference between the average condo lifespan of 68 years and the statutory useful life of 47 years. Also details how reserve funds, building materials, and management association quality affect asset value.
A practical guide to the key laws governing rental management in Japan: the Land and Building Lease Act, restoration-to-original-condition obligations, and the Housing Safety Net Act.
Move-out costs in Japan include restoration and cleaning fees. Learn the market rates by unit size, what tenants must pay, what landlords cover, and how to avoid disputes.
This guide explains the legal conditions for evicting a condo tenant, the procedural steps, attorney fees, and key precautions. It also covers how to respond to rent arrears and noise complaints. INA&Associates.
This article explains how interior renovation can improve occupancy rates in rental properties. It covers typical costs for wallpaper, flooring, and layout changes, as well as useful points on service life, depreciation, ABC construction categories, and how to choose a reliable renovation contractor.
This guide explains the criteria and practical steps for passing rental screening. It covers common reasons for rejection, how to request a review, and the types of guarantor companies, making it useful for first-time renters and applicants facing screening challenges.
Discover the true appeal of property management work. Learn how we resolve challenges for both owners and residents, achieve transparency through technology, and create value by harnessing the power of talent. A must-read for anyone interested in property management.
Find out whether Japan Finance Corporation (JFC) provides financing for rental real estate businesses, the eligibility conditions, current interest rates, and the loan application process.
Discover 11 innovative ideas for generating income from vacant units in apartments and condominiums beyond traditional leasing, from storage rental to co-working spaces.
What AI and IoT actually change in building maintenance: equipment monitoring, cleaning, meter reading and staffing — plus what to settle before you adopt.
Poor vacancy management in rental properties can lead to bad odors, mold, and pest problems. This article explains why vacancy management matters and outlines practical measures owners can take to protect property condition and long-term value.
Eight websites and seven apps for finding coin parking in Japan, picked and compared. How to check real-time availability, how daily maximum rates actually work, and how to cut parking costs with partner discounts and cashless payment.
A complete guide for rental property owners on when to renovate or replace toilets, typical replacement timelines, and cost estimates.
A complete guide for landlords on replacing gas stoves in rental units: when to replace, typical costs, and a detailed comparison with induction (IH) cooktops.
This article explains, from a practical perspective, the duty of care under Article 400 of the Civil Code, examples of violations, how it differs from restoration obligations, and preventive measures property management companies should take.
In Japan, a vanished tenant triggers a court-run eviction process landlords cannot shortcut — no self-help, no changed locks. Using primary Japanese government data, this guide gives the 12 warning signs, damages by rent band, an average 9.1 months to full vacant possession, and average enforcement costs of ¥507,000 (approx. USD 3,380), with the source of every figure shown line by line.
A complete Japan guide to disaster preparedness in a newly built condominium: the difference between taishin, seishin, and menshin structures, upper-floor long-period ground motion and risks like elevator stoppage and water outage, in-home evacuation stockpiling amounts, and what to do before and after moving in, all built on primary sources so you can actually decide.
A comprehensive guide for rental property owners on flooring replacement—when to replace, cost comparison by material, overlay vs. full replacement methods, and tenant vs. owner cost responsibilities.
Tenants must get landlord permission before copying a rental key. This guide explains why, key types and how to copy each, where to get copies made, and important precautions.
Costs of professional cockroach treatment in a rental, set out by layout. How repeat visits and guarantees can double the total, and how the cost is split between landlord and tenant depending on the cause, with the Civil Code basis.
This article explains how to respond when a toilet tank fails in a rental property. It covers the key dividing lines for cost allocation between landlords and tenants, emergency response steps, and the points property management staff should understand.
For those wondering whether company housing includes furniture, this guide explains the types of company-owned and leased housing, the pros and cons of furnished units, and how to choose furniture if none is provided.
An overview of apartment garbage stations, explaining the characteristics of each type, waste disposal rules, common problems, and practical countermeasures. It also includes checkpoints for evaluating a property.
Noise from the unit above in a Japanese rental building is frustrating, but retaliating with tenjō-don — banging back on the ceiling — is not the answer. Written from the perspective of on-the-ground Japanese property management, this guide explains why ceiling-banging backfires and the property-damage and intimidation risks it can create, how to document noise with decibel benchmarks, a ready-to-use message template for the management company, and the practical signs that it is time to move.