{"id":3654,"date":"2018-07-27T14:42:43","date_gmt":"2018-07-27T05:42:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/?page_id=3654"},"modified":"2018-12-13T15:32:09","modified_gmt":"2018-12-13T06:32:09","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently asked questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions about purchase<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbCan I purchase property even if I am based outside of the U.S.?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. It is possible. Some documents are required to be translated into English and, in some cases, notarization is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notarization means a document is signed or stamped with an identity verified by presenting a photo ID at a US consular office or a notary office and signing it after confirming that the person is the principal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At closing, if you have given power of attorney in advance to your attorney based in USA, he will close the transaction on your behalf.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbCan I get a mortgage in the U.S. even I do not live in U.S.?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is difficult if there is no credit history in the US, but it maybe possible. If interested, please contact us. We will introduce you to mortgage brokers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fb If I live in the US, how much credit history do I need in order to get approval for a mortgage?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately two years or more, depending on the price, revenue etc. of the property you plan on purchasing.  Even if there is less than 2 years of credit history, we may be able to help get you a mortgage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow much is the down payment?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is 10% of purchase price.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow much are the expenses when purchasing?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case of cash, it is approximately 2 to 3% of the purchase price, and when using a mortgage, it is approximately 5 to 6% of the purchase price. It is better to anticipate the higher fee just in case.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbDo I need to stay in the US at the time of signing contract?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can prepare a letter granting power of attorney to your lawyer in advance, you do not need to attend.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow do you decide which properties to show to me?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After consultations, we will introduce the properties which fit your request by email. After that, during a Skype Meeting or by email, we will narrow the list down further, focusing on your&#8217;s opinions \/ requests and arrange for an efficient showing at the date and time that you request. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you register as an e-mail magazine, we will send you the latest property information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow many properties should I see?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since it will be expensive shopping, I recommend you to see at least 20 to 30 properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions about the sale<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow do you decide the selling price?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a free of charge assessment and judging the condition of the property, we will present a comparison of sales transactions with the nearest similar properties to determine the appropriate market price. Also, if the property has been repaired \/ refurbished profits and expenses have been deducted, we will provide an estimate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbWhen selling, what are the various expenses?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the seller is responsible for the real estate brokerage fee of 6%, the total expenses is approximately 8%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbWhere should I pay taxes?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is necessary to obtain a tax ID number and declare it in the US.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please check with your accountant if there is tax treaty with the country where you currently live. If so, there is no double taxation.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For details, please refer to a New York-based accountant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbDo I have to go to New York to sell the property?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is not necessary. Documents can be exchanged by Mail \u00b7 Fedex and important documents can be notarized at a US consular office or a notary office at in the country where you live. Also, before closing, if you prepare a letter granting power of attorney in advance, you do not need to be present.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions about managed properties<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbIf a repair is required, how would that be handled?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case of simple repair, we will ask the building handy man.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case of larger scale repairs, we will provide estimates from several companies, check the contents, consult with customers and decide.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbPlease tell me the services provided for managing a property.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tenant searching and screening \u00b7 Support move-in procedure \u00b7 Viewing agent \u00b7 Tenant&#8217;s consultation \u00b7 Arrangement for repair \u00b7 Cleaning after move out \u00b7 Reminder for unpaid rent etc<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbWhat is the property management fee?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It varies depending on the services your require, but generally, 5-10% of rent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions about commercial properties<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbI do not have credit history in the US, can I rent commercial properties?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. It is possible. Depending on the property, you may be asked to provide an additional deposit, or prepay rent etc. Also, it would be even better if you could obtain a guarantor who has a credit history in the US (preferably a New York resident).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow much is the security deposit?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a credit history in the US, and you can prove your credit score is above the average and revenue is enough to pay the rent, it is usually three months.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow much is a free rent?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on the refurbishment of the property and the contract period. For a 10-year contract at a regular restaurant, you may get a free rent for about three months.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbGoodguy guaranty clause: What is a good guy guarantee?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a provision that can free responsibility if it fulfills a certain duty as a guarantor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow do you decide which properties to show to me?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After consultations, we will introduce the properties which fit your request by email. After that, we will further narrow down the list and arrange it so that we can efficiently show you the properties that we recommend. In the case of commercial property, the viewing is often between 9:00AM and 5:00PM on weekdays.\u3000<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbHow do I pay the rent?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually you will send a check or bank transfer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-2962\" src=\"https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-221164-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-221164-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-221164-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-221164-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-221164.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For a free consultation please do not hesitate to contact us.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nami-newyork.com\/inquiry\/\" class=\"inq-a\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"inq inq-en\">Contact us<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Questions about purchase \u30fbCan I purchase property even if I am based outside of the U.S.? 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