Real Estate Information Guide
Limited area coverage in NY, NJ, TX, and IL states.
Searching for rental properties in the United States
I'm not familiar with the area! I don't know the market prices! How do I find a property? In the U.S., different real estate agents cover different areas. We'll introduce you to the perfect real estate agent for you.
Differences in real estate between Japan and the United States
Popular properties get snapped up as soon as they hit the market. You need to act quickly!
| Japan | USA (NYC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Contract period | 2-year contract | 1 year or more up to 2 years |
| When to start looking for a property | 1-2 months ago | 1 month ago |
| Initial cost | 3-4 months' rent Security deposit, key money, first month's rent, brokerage fee (half a month to one month's rent + tax) |
Two months' rent Security deposit (1 month's rent or more), first month's rent, brokerage fee (free to 15% of the annual rent) |
| Life insurance | Resident record Proof of income (such as withholding tax statement) Guarantor-related documents Bank account seal/passbook |
Identification (passport, etc.) Employment and income certificate Bank balance certificate |
- * This is an estimate and may vary depending on the region and property.
NX America One-Stop Service recommends the following real estate companies in the United States.
We will introduce you to local real estate companies specializing in your area of residence.