Purchase costs when buying real estate in Japan
When buying real estate in Japan, many of the taxes are based on the fixed asset tax value of the individual property, which is different to the purchase price. When you have found a property you wish to purchase, your agent should be able to provide you with an estimate of the taxes and costs before purchase.
As a general guide, plan for the fees and taxes to be equivalent to around 6~7%...
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