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A detailed guide to the benefits and selection of rental properties with re-heating functions, their impact on electricity and gas bills, and who pays for repairs.
Understand energy efficiency ratings 1-7 and their impact on utility costs. This article explains ZEH and BELS-certified properties, how to check insulation performance during viewings, and provides guidance on selecting rental properties based on energy efficiency.
A thorough comparison of three-point unit baths and separate bathrooms/toilets from perspectives of rental cost differences, usability, cleanliness, and move-out risks. With examples of rental prices in Sendai, we explain key points for choosing a property that suits your lifestyle.
Explains the fundamentals of home inspections (building diagnostics) that can be used for rental properties, plus key equipment-checking techniques you can perform yourself during property viewings. Covers assessment methods for water systems, flooring, walls, and electrical equipment, as well as how to use move-in inspection checklists.
Explaining how to discern the management philosophy of owners and property management companies through a rental property's interior design, repair marks, and equipment consistency. Also introducing key points to confirm during apartment viewings and example questions to ask.
A practical guide covering everything from selecting properties with package lockers to creative solutions for receiving packages in properties without them, all based on 2026's latest delivery landscape.
Rental properties with roof balconies and terraces offer the appeal of openness and expanded living space. This guide covers everything from selecting the right property to maximizing its use and important considerations when moving out.
When viewing older rental properties, what should you look for? From cracks in exterior walls to deterioration in water supply and drainage pipes, we explain signs of building aging from a professional perspective. Includes a practical checklist to help you identify properties where you can live safely and comfortably for the long term.
Learn what to check during property viewings: bicycle parking capacity, covered parking, security features, and electric bike compatibility.
More rental apartments now feature gyms and 24-hour fitness rooms. A rental expert explains the types of shared sports facilities, cost benefits, and key considerations.
Unsure whether to choose a new or older rental property? This guide provides a thorough data-driven comparison of characteristics, rent differences, and equipment variations by building age. Based on current seismic performance, thermal insulation, and facilities, we break down the decision-making criteria to help you select a rental property that fits your lifestyle.
Apartments without proper insulation become uncomfortably hot in summer and cold in winter, leading to higher utility bills and potential health impacts. This guide explains how to assess insulation performance when choosing a rental property—from understanding energy efficiency ratings to checking windows and wall insulation.
Many areas in apartment buildings leave residents wondering: "Is this my responsibility or the landlord's?" This guide explains the practical rules for management responsibility and repair cost allocation for ambiguous areas like entry doors, windows, balconies, and pipes.
Rental kitchens come in gas stovetop and induction cooker versions. We provide a thorough comparison from multiple perspectives—whether you can bring your own equipment, utility cost differences, fire risk, and cooking convenience—to help you find the best choice for your lifestyle.
Repair costs for a rental property's ventilation fan or range hood that stops working or makes noise are generally the landlord's responsibility if caused by normal wear and tear or natural failure; the tenant is responsible if the failure results from neglecting cleaning. This article explains the breakdown of responsibility by the cause of noise (such as loud or high-pitched sounds), location-specific checks for toilet, bathroom, and kitchen, lifespan and replacement costs, and procedures for rent reduction and self-repairs when the management company won't fix it—all based on Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism guidelines.
When choosing a rental property, neglecting to check the washing machine placement can lead to regret after moving in. This guide explains practical checkpoints including drain pan size, differences between indoor and outdoor placement, and how to decide between in-unit and coin laundry options.
Added amenities like bathroom dryers, underfloor heating, and mist saunas enhance comfort in rental properties but also increase electricity and gas costs while introducing repair risks. This complete guide helps you accurately evaluate amenities and make rental choices without regret.
Discover the appeal and pitfalls of renovated rentals. Learn what to check during a viewing, how they differ from new construction, and what criteria to use when choosing.
An all-electric rental uses only electricity for all needs—no gas at all. Because there's no open flame, safety is high, and utility costs can be managed in one billing statement. However, electricity rates can be higher, and there are risks during power outages. Here's a complete guide to the merits and demerits you should know before signing a lease.
A comprehensive guide to the equipment and condition checklist you must verify before move-in. Covers what to inspect during viewings and key handover, how to complete a move-in inspection report, and proper documentation methods to prevent future disputes.
