Business in Japan in general, and just about everything, works in very different ways, but that's a whole 'nother topic.Click this link for info in investing in Japan

I’d greatly appreciate any advice, tips, or insights you could share—especially if you’ve done something similar.

But thanks for the tip.

Hello Ivan,I do not work for BP, but my suggestion is that you follow the Build Your Investing Team link at the top of this page if you have not and follow each step including speaking with the prospective members of the team you want to build and with that I believe you will obtain the answers you need.

That’s all very helpful and thank you for the tips. 

Thank you for that tip about meetups.

Here is a link to their filings:SEC.gov | EDGAR Full Text Search

Also any tips for automating this as much as possible and how to protect the property financially and property management would be appreciated.I ALMOST understand the rental arbitrage strategy if building a company scaling with say 30 + units and looking for high short term cash flow.  

Hi @Glen Rosen, here is the link to the property on Zillow: 68 E Dartmore Ave, Akron, OH 44301 | ZillowPurchase price was $150k, Rent is $1350

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