If you want the least amount of paperwork, you could consider refinancing into a debt service loan.

I have never owned a business but I keep hearing that buying an established home service company can be very profitable.

We provide a proxy service for foreign buyers, basically your arm in Japan without having to travel or know the language.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

While their services may seem expensive, they can save you money by maximizing deductions and ensuring compliance with tax laws.

I would be very careful in working with a 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary that provides ("sells"0 replacement property solutions as part of their services. 

PM is a service business and time is very valuable.

You can get something like noiseaware or minut to monitor that if it is an issue.   

Utilities are OFTEN overlooked so reach out to power, telecom, gas (or go all electric), water, and sewer to make sure you understand what it would take to get separately metered services from the primary house.

Refinance into a debt service loan.