What to Know Before Renting Out Your Property

Many clients later decide to rent out a home originally bought to live in, or an investment property they've purchased. For owners living abroad, it's common to delegate tenant relations and day-to-day management to a property management company.

Rental income earned in Japan generally requires an annual tax filing. Non-resident owners typically appoint a tax administrator to file on their behalf.

If a future sale is part of your plan, it's worth setting a management approach early on that keeps the property easy to sell, even while tenanted.