The Fees Nobody Mentions When You Buy an Akiya in Japan
On a ¥1,000,000 akiya, the fees can run to 54% of the purchase price. Here is every cost nobody mentions, what it runs, and when it lands on your doormat.
Can Foreigners Buy Property in Japan? (Yes, and No, It Does Not Get You a Visa)
Yes, foreigners can buy property in Japan with no restrictions at all. Owning it, though, gives you zero right to live there. Here is what is actually true.
Are Akiya Really Free? What a ¥0 House in Japan Actually Costs You
Yes, ¥0 houses in Japan are real. No, they are not free. Here is what a free akiya actually costs once you add gift tax, fixed fees, clearing out the last owner’s belongings, and untangling the title.
How We’re Saving $100,000 to Move to Japan
We’re saving $100,000 to move to Japan and buy an abandoned house. Here are the 10 things that are actually working, with the real numbers behind each one.