Communication with the tenants is key.

Non-investors focused networking groups are also a great way start building your team in the area.

If you have a building background, I would work with an architect and build some unique places that are stick built to hold the equity value better.

And your net worth will thank you.If you still want to go ahead, you'd be better off buying a house than an apartment because, while the value of the building itself will go to 0, you'll still have the value of the land, bearing in mind that the land might actually lose value too given the depopulation and the yen depreciation.Sorry if I'm pooping a party but make sure you understand what you're getting into (which you're already doing by asking the forum) and then make the decision that's right for you according to your objectives.

The goal is to start building long term relationship with, so any names would be appreciated. 

When your content is helpful and tailored to their needs, it builds trust and positions your business as the go-to expert.

If smaller living space was the answer we could just build a boatload of 1000 unit apartment buildings.

We purchased 133.7 acres January 20th of 2024, we then proceeded to subdivide 4 building lots, ( two 10 acre lots,  and two 2 acre lots)  which included costs associated with septic testing,  survey & subdivision, and property maintenence required to market the building lots.

Use tools like the VA loan for house hacking and your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover living costs while building equity.

I’m excited to learn from this community, share ideas, and build valuable connections.