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This guide explains legal terms frequently found in rental contracts—including restoration to original condition obligation, duty of good care, joint guarantor responsibility, special clauses, and prohibited activities—from the perspective of foreign residents, using simple language and background knowledge.
This guide covers all practical procedures for foreign residents enrolling in rental fire insurance in Japan for the first time, from application form completion and required documents, to removing agency-designated insurance, paying premiums, to renewal and cancellation procedures.
Guarantor companies are becoming essential in rental contracts. This guide examines the differences between credit card-affiliated, LICC-affiliated, and independent companies from a foreign resident's perspective, covering initial and renewal fee ranges, approval criteria, and multilingual support options.
Explains the role of "guarantors" required in Japanese rental contracts and practical alternatives available to foreign residents without Japanese guarantors (guarantor companies, UR rental housing, and properties welcoming foreign residents).
A comprehensive breakdown of the differences between "security deposit," "key money," "guarantee money," and "non-refundable deductions" required in Japanese rental contracts, with a focus on regional customs in the Kanto and Kansai areas. Real estate professionals explain the legal nature, refund conditions, and move-out settlement rules for each term, providing clarity for foreign residents who often find these terms confusing.
When rent falls into arrears, what kind of collection notices come from the property management company, guarantor company, and landlord? This article provides a detailed chronological explanation of collection procedures and practical solutions before contract termination or forced eviction, as explained by a real estate professional.
A real estate expert thoroughly explains the five most commonly overlooked items in the Important Matter Disclosure Form (often called the "重説") that must be provided before signing a rental agreement. This article introduces key verification points to prevent post-contract disputes and proper solutions when questions arise.
A real estate expert explains the differences between joint guarantors and guarantor companies required in rental contracts, market rates for guarantee fees, what to do if a guarantor company rejects you, and how to counter illegal and improper screening.
A systematic guide for foreigners unable to secure a Japanese joint guarantor, covering how guarantor companies work, key screening criteria, initial fees and renewal charges, and recovery strategies if your application is rejected. Learn how to prepare for approval even shortly after arriving in Japan.
A practical guide for foreign nationals entering into rental leases in Japan, covering how visa types affect approval, resident card requirements, aligning visa expiration with lease terms, required documentation, and common mistakes. Whether you've just arrived or are planning to move, this article explains what you need to know to navigate the rental process with confidence.
A guide to critical clauses you must review before signing a rental agreement. Real estate experts explain special terms, early termination penalties, scope of restoration to original condition, prohibited activities, renewal terms, and importantly, when NOT to sign.
A guide for corporate employees with frequent transfers. Covers the differences between fixed-term and standard leases, strategies to avoid short-term cancellation penalties, moving expense assistance during transfers, and how to decide between family relocation and single-occupancy transfer.
