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The Need For Corporate Housing Support In Japan
Relocation support is often a subject of keen interest for working professionals when making employer choices. As a Japanese real estate agency that specializes in housing for working foreigners, we have had the opportunity to interact with a wide variety… More
June 11, 2019
The Guarantor System In Japan For Housing Applications
Most foreigners arriving in Japan find themselves having to essentially relearn the housing application process, as the associated expenses and screening processes often vary wildly when compared to their home country. Much of the available information is scarce and vague,… More
May 30, 2019
Navigating Property Viewings In Japan
Property viewings: an ubiquitous part of the housing search process in any country, and in most cases the major deciding point in whether or not to apply for a potential home. Japan is no exception to viewings, but there are… More
May 10, 2019
Initial Development Of Our New Platform Completed
The initial development phase of our upcoming web & mobile housing platform has been completed! In the upcoming weeks, we will be diving into our various testing stages to ensure everything runs smoothly before finally unveiling the new platform later… More
March 14, 2019
Yokohama-Bound: A Housing Area Guide For Commuters
Many of our housing clients are seeking housing in Japan for the first time. With so many train lines and neighborhoods, it can be overwhelming trying to identify where to begin searching. At FREA, where we specialize in corporate housing… More
March 7, 2019
New Developments At FREA This Spring!
Spring is rapidly approaching, and with it the annual peak rush of incoming housing applicants in Japan (typically the fiercest in February and March before tapering out near the end of April). This year, FREA has actually been stepping back… More
March 1, 2019
Seeking QA Testers For New Japan Housing Mobile /Web Platform
Happy New Year from FREA! We hope that everyone has been enjoying a refreshing and productive January so far. Development on FREA’s new housing support platform has been steadily progressing, and we are beginning preparations to transition into our… More
January 18, 2019
Year’s End Closure Announcement
December is in full swing, and the holiday season is upon us! Our office will be closed from December 22nd and reopen on January 10th, 2019. We are wrapping up a bit earlier this year to allot our hardworking… More
December 13, 2018
A Brief Overview Of Investment Property In Japan
In recent years, Japan has stood out as an attractive region to consider purchasing investment property in for many foreigners, with interest continuing to grow. In today’s article, we’ll discuss what makes Japan so appealing, where to consider investing and… More
November 27, 2018
Area Spotlight: Yokohama & Kanagawa
With the launch of FREA’s Corporate Housing Solutions recently, we have seen an increase in property searches directed in the Yokohama area! Most our clients to date tended to stick to the inner 23 wards of Tokyo, so our staff… More
November 22, 2018