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Nexwill's New Initiative in Tackling Japan's Empty House Crisis

In a significant move to combat Japan's growing vacant house problem, Nexwill Co., Ltd., which specializes in the purchase of troubled real estate, has officially joined the Nationwide Empty House Countermeasure Consortium, led by the CEO of Crassone Inc., Teppi Kawaguchi. This consortium aims to provide a collaborative platform for tackling the multifaceted challenges posed by the increasing number of vacant properties.

Background of the Consortium's Formation

The vacant house issue in Japan has escalated to critical levels, prompting the need for a cooperative approach beyond administrative capacities. The consortium has been established as a collaborative body that brings together companies with unique expertise, academic organizations, and other stakeholders to enhance awareness and develop practical solutions for property owners facing various challenges related to vacant houses. The problem is not merely about abandoned properties; it encompasses a variety of issues including inheritances, demolitions, sales, and alternative utilizations that call for comprehensive support and intervention.

Nexwill's Role in the Consortium

Nexwill is adept at handling the purchase of unique real estate properties that are often difficult to sell. By leveraging its extensive legal insights and specialized knowledge, Nexwill assists clients in navigating complicated matters such as property shared among multiple owners or burdens stemming from inheritances. Their aim is to help clients looking to divest themselves of properties yet unsure of how to proceed, thus bridging the gap between intent and action. By joining the consortium, Nexwill enhances its capacity to support property owners in financial and emotional distress while simultaneously working in concert with other consortium members to implement effective strategies against vacant housing.

Consortium Activities

The Nationwide Empty House Countermeasure Consortium, through its various initiatives, intends to focus on four key activities:

1. Educational Seminars: Organizing seminars aimed at raising awareness for vacant property owners and responding to their inquiries.
2. Workshops for Administrative Personnel: Conducting sessions tailored for government employees to equip them with skills to address the vacant house crisis effectively.
3. Research and Surveys: Engaging in studies and investigations that delve deeper into the underlying issues surrounding vacant properties.
4. Business Matching among Participants: Facilitating partnerships and cooperation among member organizations to promote synergistic efforts.

Comments from Leadership

Teppi Kawaguchi, CEO of Crassone

Teppi expressed his enthusiasm over Nexwill's participation: “We are pleased to welcome Nexwill into the Nationwide Empty House Countermeasure Consortium. The underlying reasons for people leaving their properties vacant often relate to disputes among family members regarding their use or complications in securing funding for necessary renovations. The knowledge and capabilities that Nexwill brings to our consortium are invaluable as we strive towards a goal of eliminating the problems surrounding vacant houses in Japan.”

Tomoyuki Maruoka, CEO of Nexwill

Nexwill aims to make a substantial impact in resolving Japan's vacant house challenges. “We focus on not only the tricky aspects of real estate management—such as vacant houses and properties that cannot be rebuilt due to zoning laws—but also on providing holistic solutions to alleviate property owners’ burdens,” Maruoka stated. The company has been active in forging agreements with numerous municipal governments and remains committed to turning troubled properties back into viable housing options, thereby contributing to local community revitalization initiatives.

About Nexwill

Nexwill possesses a specialized division dedicated to the purchase and resale of real estate properties that present unique challenges, often termed ‘troubled properties.’ These can include shared ownership scenarios, properties that do not meet building regulations, and inherited properties that lack clear ownership due to unprocessed titles. By addressing these complexities, Nexwill strives to restore these properties to market readiness under their