Don't listen to your agent at all, go on rentometer, airDNA, and other websites to help you make an educated decision on how your property will rent.

Pain is the best educator, and too many confuse a bull market with brains. 

Through relentless self-education on platforms like BiggerPockets, networking like crazy (over 200 Zoom calls in 2020!)

It might be worth reaching out to local real estate investment groups to network and learn more about financing options in Japan.Learning and Growing: Keep educating yourself about the market and learning from others who have made similar investments.

The objecting scoring matrix that we created allows for somebody with a sub-600 score to still be eligible, they just don't gain as many points for being below that threshold... however, still, individuals still seem to be frequently getting denied based on bankruptcy or 6+ non-medical collections......

I'm new to BP and trying to build a team as I dive into more frequent and long-term profitable REI.I've been doing SFH rentals over the last 15-18 years, but it's all been very traditionally financed (ho hum, 30 yr fixed) and as such has limited my ability to invest more frequently, and grow a portfolio.I'm here to learn how to use more creative financing strategies (private money lending, Sub-to, seller financing) to acquire 2-3 units (duplexes, tri) and 5+ multifamily properties. 

We take ethics classes, and continuing education classes, and constant training to stay up to date with rule changes. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Hey man, educate me on this. 6% seems like 1.5 times 4%... am I leaving something out?