During the tour, we will guide you through several key areas where we actively invest and showcase a selection of available properties—many of which are off-market opportunities.Courtney, who leads my investment team, can assist you further.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Instead, shut off the water to the toilet and place a sign on the door "Art exhibit: Non-functioning bathroom."

Ultimately it's less of a science than an art, but people rarely truly change so what they did is probably what they'll do.

So...Assuming we're considering the advantages for American's to invest in Japan, I personally think it only makes sense in a select few situations. 

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

What I don't like is seeing the removal of peoples options and freedoms to self select and engage in what they want to do. 

I would suggest keep learning and dig deep on the one real estate strategy you selected to pursue. 

I'd build a network of agents and owners in your select markets that work primarily with investment properties.

In fact, even with my extensive experience, I choose to have all my properties professionally managed.Here's why:Tenant Selection Is CriticalThe most valuable service a property manager provides is selecting reliable tenants.