Why you risk paying up to 15% more if you buy off-the-plan

With the price of new apartments in Tokyo's 23 wards up 4% over the past 12 months, and a contract rate of 82%, many buyers may feel pressured to make their purchase sooner rather than later. But should you rush into purchasing a new apartment off-the-plan or is it better to wait until the apartment is completed?


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