This is some of the most desirable and difficult to develop real estate in the country, owned and operated by many of the most powerful and affluent individuals and corporations on earth.

I would be cautious chasing the 1% rule, a lot of the time it puts you into less desirable neighborhoods or into properties that haven't been completely renovated.

I’m actively analyzing the demographics and rental trends in the area to ensure these upgrades aren’t just attractive but also functional and desirable.

Second link is a similar size, albeit 10 year older home, in Setagaya Ward (a very desirable neighborhood), but still "only $1.2M. https://www.homes.co.jp/kodate...https://www.homes.co.jp/kodate...(2) Age. 

The law firm handling tax foreclosures for the county put the tennis court lot up for auction.

It is easy to initiate a trustee-to-trustee transfer between firms.

Start talking to lenders now, but wait to get pre-approved until you have a job offer with a firm start date.

Class A apartments have numerous amenities, professional management, and sit in desirable neighborhoods.

We actually just had several go in on Livingston ave on the west side where I'd not normally think would be desirable, but they look great and really brought the block up.So I'm a huge fan personally from seeing them go up in my own area.  

One key he found was mixing a welcoming atmosphere with firm guidelines.. it typically falls under standard tenant landlord laws for eviction.. so you’ll want to double-check local regulations.You mentioned Furnished Finders and Padslipt.com.. from what I’ve heard, those can be great if you’re targeting traveling professionals or short term visitors.