Merry Xmas, Long-term rental market, Property updates

In this post-Christmas episode, the hosts discuss cultural Christmas differences, recent property updates, including challenges with their Kitakyushu and Tokyo suburban rentals. They share insights on long-term rental management, cost-effective renovations, and landscaping efforts. Updates on their Myoko snow cabin and predictions for 2025 round out the episode, reflecting on their growth and future plans.00:00 Introduction and Christmas in Japan01:17 Throwing a Party in Tokyo01:55 Updates on Kyushu Property05:40 Challenges with Long-Term Rentals14:07 Exploring Off-Market Deals16:19 Tokyo Suburban Midterm Rental18:04 Garden Rock Dilemma19:19 Introducing Josh the Gardener19:51 Finding a Property Manager23:16 Tokyo Suburban Midterm Rental24:12 Insulation Challenges26:49 Snow Cabin Update30:56 Reflecting on 202431:52 Looking Ahead to 2025