Chairman Sakamoto stated, “Efforts to deal with vacant houses are becoming more active.”
The National Federation of Real Estate Transaction Associations and the National Association for the Guarantee of Real Estate Transaction Businesses held their ordinary general meeting on July 26 at Hotel New Otani in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The meeting included reports on FY2024 business activities, as well as plans and budgets for FY2025. A partial amendment to the articles of incorporation was approved, reflecting the financial results of FY2024 and revisions to the Public Interest Corporation Act.
In his opening remarks, Chairman Hisashi Sakamoto of both associations noted, “In June 2024, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced the ‘Program to Promote Vacant House Measures by the Real Estate Industry,’ which also led to a revision of the remuneration regulations under the Real Estate Business Act. From July 2024 to March 2025, I’ve heard of cases where a single company handled up to 18 vacant houses following the increase in mediation fees. This shows that efforts to tackle the vacant house issue are becoming more active. The Pigeon Mark website now features low-priced properties, and member interest appears to be growing. I would like to hear from all members about how these efforts are progressing nationwide.”
Looking ahead to FY2026, the fourth medium-term plan, “Hatomark Group Vision 2030,” will begin, and FY2027 will mark the 60th anniversary of Zentakren’s founding. “There are still many challenges,” Sakamoto added. “I hope we can work together to address them.”
The FY2025 business plan includes research and information initiatives such as tax reform proposals, policy recommendations, infrastructure development for vacant houses and lots, and measures to improve consumer convenience in real estate transactions. It also covers support for small and medium-sized housing construction companies. Human resource development will be promoted through practical seminars and real estate career support, while member convenience will be enhanced via the “Hato Support” business support system.
As of April 1, 2025, the number of member companies stood at 101,550—an increase of 516 from the previous year. A net increase of approximately 300 companies is projected for FY2025.
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