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Buy Properties in Sapporo, Japan
Can foreigners buy properties in Japan? The answer is YES! If you are planning to buy properties in Sapporo, either for residential or investment purpose, you need to go through some legal steps to complete the purchase! We value transparency highly, our service fee (agency fee) for real-estate purchase ranges from 3% to 5% depending on the value of the properties you select (subject to negotiation). Feel free to contact us so we can guide you through the process!
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Why Sapporo?
Strong Real Estate Market
Sapporo, the capital city of Hokkaido, boasts a robust and stable real estate market, making it an attractive destination for property investment. The city's continuous growth and development, coupled with its status as a popular tourist destination, contribute to a steady demand for properties. Whether it's residential or commercial properties, investors can find opportunities for both short-term rental income and long-term appreciation in value.
Thriving Economic Hub
Sapporo is a thriving economic hub with a diverse range of industries, including tourism, technology, education, and healthcare. The city's strong economy attracts businesses and professionals, driving demand for housing and rental properties. Additionally, Sapporo's status as a university town ensures a constant influx of students and academics, creating a stable rental market for investment properties. Buying a property in Sapporo allows investors to tap into these economic opportunities and benefit from the city's sustained growth.
Step-by-step Process
STEP 1: CONSULTATION
During this step, we will hear from you about what kind of properties you want to purchase, ranging from price, location, limitations (like pet-friendliness), and etc. You can check some properties in our database (link below), or ask us to recommend some.
We will also take you to see the properties you are interested in to ensure that the properties is according to your preferences.
STEP 2: APPLICATION
After finding the properties you want to purchase, you can apply for purchase for that particular property, our staff will then coordinate the transaction between you and the seller.
STEP 3: SIGN CONTRACT
Once the transaction conditions have been agreed upon by both seller and buyer, the real estate agent will then explain important details related to the contract, ranging from property rights, limitations, and other transaction-related agreements. Below are some important things you need to consider:
- Down Payment (tefuukin, 手付金): There will be usually 10% down payment required to start the purchase. You need to know that this down payment money may not be refunded in case of cancellation.
- Broker fee (chukaitesuuryou, 仲介手数料): For real-estate purchase, the broker fee ranges from 3% to 5% depending on the property value. Here is the common calculation for agency fee based on property value:
- less than 2 million yen: (5% property value + 60,000 yen) + 10% tax
- 2 million ~ 4 million yen: (4% property value + 60,000 yen) + 10% tax
- more than 4 million yen: (3% property value + 60,000 yen) + 10% tax
- Needed documents Below are some additional paperworks needed to complete the purchase. Please confirm with your agent regarding some other additional paperworks you may need:
- Seal/ signature
- Passport
- Notary Letter (Kosho Yakuba, 公証役場)
- Affidavit (sensei kyojutsusho, 宣誓供述書)
Our Service
Language
No Japanese? No problem! Our English speaking staffs are always ready to help!
Transparency
We will provide transparent report regarding every single cost and paperworks!
Smooth
Smooth transaction with less bureaucracy to deal with!
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