Service / Buy-side Support
We source properties suited to your budget and goals, review prices, cash flow, and risks, and support the purchase and subsequent management.
3 Key Strengths
Find a property, assess the purchase, and plan its operation. Choose support for each stage.
01 / PROPERTY SEARCH
We use Urbalytics and our industry network to shortlist properties for your budget and goals.
02 / PURCHASE REVIEW
We check records against on-site conditions to identify matters to resolve before buying.
03 / AFTER PURCHASE
We connect you with TLL staff and relevant specialists. Purchase-only inquiries are welcome.
| Stage | What TLL does |
|---|---|
01 Find | Clarify goals, budget, and financing; introduce candidates |
02 Buy | Review site and records; support offers, financing, contracts, and settlement |
03 Operate | Discuss management, renovation, or hospitality services as needed |
04 Sell or reinvest | Compare holding and selling; discuss replacement purchases |
For You
How It Works
STEP 1
Consultation
Discuss your goals, budget, equity, and financing preferences.
STEP 2
Criteria and market data
Review local market levels and agree on search criteria.
STEP 3
Property proposals
Introduce candidates and monitor price and listing changes.
STEP 4
Site visits and document review
Check the property, rent roll, repair history, and title matters.
STEP 5
Financing, contract and settlement
Support lender coordination, offers, contracts, and settlement.
STEP 6
Operation and exit
Discuss management, renovation, hospitality use, or a future sale as needed.
FAQ
Consultations are free. If you buy through our brokerage, we charge a brokerage fee within the cap set by the Real Estate Brokerage Act. If you buy a property that TLL itself is selling, there is no brokerage fee.
Yes. We support Japanese, English, and Chinese, review documents and financing requirements, and connect you with relevant professionals for tax or registration matters.
We can introduce lenders and advise on how to approach financing for your property and situation. Whether a loan is approved, and on what terms, depends on each lender's review.
A list of candidate or owned properties used to review price and local market changes as a reference for purchase or sale decisions.
No. We are happy to help with the purchase only. You can come back to us when you need management, renovation or operations.
Mainly income properties in Tokyo and its three neighbouring prefectures, with a focus on the 23 wards.
Tell us your preferred area, budget, and plans. Available properties can also be viewed through free member registration.
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