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

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However, they can sometimes be higher due to the additional risk taken on by the lender.With a hard money loan, you typically make interest-only payments during the loan term.No, you wouldn't owe any more interest beyond what has already accrued if you finish the project in 3 months and pay off the hard money loan earlyIt's great that you're exploring different strategies for your real estate investments!

In addition, I would give the tenant information about the local place that handles rental assistance programs.

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These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

If its general information, Bigger Pockets has a ton of info that you can learn at your own speed, just type "STR" or "Short Term Rental" in the search bar and a bunch of info will show up. 

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In addition to that, you could open up a credit card to get that credit history rolling.