Japan Brokerage Fee for Buyers: Cap, Timing, Refunds
How the legal cap on Japan's brokerage fee is calculated, what a buyer can be charged, the 8 million yen...
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Japan Property Due Diligence: Title, Fees, Repairs, Tenancy
What to check before signing to buy property in Japan: registry, condo fees, building condition, tenancy, boundaries and new-build warranty,...
Japan Property Transfer Registration: Closing, Scrivener Fees, Taxes
How Japanese property closing and ownership registration work: the judicial scrivener, registration tax, overseas owner documents and the October 2026...
Japan Property Purchase Contract: Offer, Disclosure, Deposit
How a Japanese home purchase moves from offer to sales contract: the explanation of important matters, earnest money, cooling-off and...
Before You Buy Property in Japan: Purpose, Budget and Loan
Before bidding on Japanese property, settle your purpose, total budget and payment method. See how each choice affects taxes, contracts...
