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Introduction

A recent collaboration between groove agent's renovation service, Zero Renovation, and the parenting app series Ninaru has garnered significant attention, surpassing 5,000 applications for their joint seminar in just two years. The initiative aims to alleviate the housing anxieties experienced by expecting and new parents, providing them with essential information and insights into housing choices during a time when many feel overwhelmed.

Understanding Housing Concerns

According to a recent survey conducted among 31 Ninaru users, approximately 70% of parents expressed concerns over housing purchases during their pregnancy and parenting phases. The primary worries stem from financial stressors, with the leading concern being mortgage repayments at 67%, followed closely by initial costs at 54%. Such findings reflect the impact of rising living costs and property values, which have increasingly burdened families seeking stable housing solutions.

More specifically, concerns regarding interest rates and future income also contributed to the anxiety felt by more than a third of respondents. This landscape underscores the necessity for clear, objective budgeting to help families navigate their finances while securing a home.

The Seminar Experience

Positioned within Ninaru’s online educational offerings, the seminar entitled “How to Choose a Used Property to Avoid Failure” offers couples a neutral platform to receive trustworthy information on home selection without the pressure of aggressive sales tactics. Partnering with Zero Renovation allows participants to thoroughly explore the importance of having an “objective budget,” thus equipping them with confidence in their decisions regarding home purchases.

Key features of the seminar include expert insights into flexible floor plans that accommodate changing lifestyles, alongside guidance from financial experts on budgeting for long-term peace of mind.

Participant Satisfaction and Feedback

The seminar has seen a positive reception, with an average satisfaction score of 8.5 out of 10 in a survey conducted in 2025 with 735 participants. Nearly 90% of attendees reported feeling satisfied with the information presented, which helped them to better clarify their thoughts on home buying. Comments from participants highlight the value of the knowledge gained — from reducing anxiety about future housing costs to opening up new possibilities for home renovations.

Conclusive Insights from the Seminar

Participants expressed sentiments like:

• - “Overall, it was very easy to understand and a great starting point for house hunting.”
• - “I became interested in home designs that can adapt to changes in lifestyle.”
• - “I thought I might have to settle for my current rental due to budget constraints, but now I feel excited about possibilities.”
• - “I had been focused solely on new properties, but now I am interested in the potential of purchasing a used home.”

Examples of Family-oriented Renovations

Zero Renovation specializes in designs that are adaptable to family dynamics and promote harmony between parenting and household responsibilities. Their concepts incorporate movable partitions, circulation spaces, and storage solutions that can evolve with the family’s needs. Two standout projects include:
1. Watchful LDK: Designed with a family-centric kitchen layout, this space enhances family bonding with practical storage solutions. See the project here.
2. Kids Space Storage: Features a nook-style reading area that is child-friendly and doubles as study space as children grow. Explore it here.

Quotes from Company Leaders

Takeshi Sato, Co-founder and Brand Manager at groove agent:

“How a house is purchased can significantly impact a family’s life. We emphasize the idea of ‘not buying at the last moment’ through an objective budgeting approach. Our collaboration with Ninaru has enabled us to systematically deliver this concept to families.”

Yuki Miki, COO of Eversense:

“Becoming a parent often brings housing anxieties. Personally, I've been through the struggle of finding a reliable partner to consult. This seminar offers the opportunity for parents to learn confidently and think positively about their future living situations.”

Seminar Overview

Ninaru × Zero Renovation Seminar: “How to Choose a Used Property to Avoid Failure”

• - Format: Online via Zoom
• - Cost: Free (Registration required)
• - Schedule: Ongoing monthly sessions

Registration and Additional Offerings

In addition to the primary seminar, they regularly hold:

• - “The Conclusive Answer to Avoid Regret: Rental vs. Purchase”
• - “How to Buy a House with Minimal Risk”

Company Profiles

• - groove agent aims to provide comprehensive renovation services encompassing real estate brokerage, design, construction, and post-sale support. They emphasize budgets that offer both financial and spatial flexibility to families.

• - Eversense is dedicated to creating a society filled with smiles by supporting families through an extensive range of digital applications, amassing over 10 million downloads for their Ninaru series.

For more information or to register for the seminar, visit Groove Agent or Eversense.

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