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Finding an $18K Diamond in the Rough (featuring Matt Guy)
Episode 82
When it comes to Akiya, many look for a diamond in the rough—and Matt Guy's new home proves they exist. In this episode, Matt discusses how he found his property, the shifting market in Myoko, and th…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago
The Double Agents of Japanese Real Estate (featuring AkiyaMart Direct Agent Ryo Takemoto)
Episode 81
Imagine you sign with a real estate estate agent to sell your home—only to find out your agent also represents the buyer.
Among the many things Japan handles differently, real estate transactions can …
Published on 7 months ago
Erik Buhrow: From Minnesota to Japan, From Customer to AkiyaMart Direct Consultant
Episode 80
On the heels of joining the AkiyaMart Direct team, Erik Buhrow recounts his journey back to Japan, the red flags he sees in people trying to do the same, the gentle politeness of Japanese people vers…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
Airbnb: Risks & Rewards (featuring Tracey Northcott, the "Minpaku Queen")
Episode 79
Since Japanese short-term rentals are generally limited to 180 days a year, one of the most popular ideas floating around the Japanese real estate space is buying a cheap home, living in it for 6 mon…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Bonus Episode: We're selling our Nagasaki House for $20K
We're selling our Nagasaki House!
Check the Listing here: https://www.akiya-mart.com/native/70
More Info here: https://akiya-mart.notion.site/ag1
Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Snd_KXz7V…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Could It All Collapse? Architect Koen Klinkers on Earthquakes, Permits, and Japan's New Building Codes
Episode 77
Did you know? A majority of homeowners prefer their house doesn’t collapse while they’re inside of it!
Earthquakes are a topic that permeates nearly every foreigner discussion around Japan—especially …
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
AkiyaMart Direct Agent Interview: Meet Mika
Join hosts Take and Joey in their first video podcast as they visit their newly purchased Akiya home in Nagasaki.
They've invited Mika Auslander, a seasoned real estate agent specializing in vacant…
Published on 8 months ago
AkiyaMart Doers and Dreamers: Andrew's Journey to His Coastal Shonan House
Episode 75
Even with thousands of hours of Japanese study and multiple trips to and around the country, Andrew Pierce still believes that for many people, buying a home in Japan is more achievable than it seems…
Published on 8 months, 1 week ago
Dear Diary Series: What's the Catch?
Episode 74
It’s hard to ignore the headlines: An urban condo for under $9,000. A European style bed & breakfast for $5,000. A traditional home for free. Too good to be true, right?
Well, it depends. Having purch…
Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Akiya Air: What Happens After Buying a Home (featuring Tsuyoshi Domoto)
Episode 73
Between JP Morgan and Honduran coffee plantations, Tsuyoshi Domoto has lived life rich with experience. But despite all his travels, he found himself eyeing his native country once again—fascinated b…
Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago