Hayato Kawamura, a 38-year-old man from Osaka, Japan, has become famous for making 140 million yen (about ₹8.2 crore) by renting out 200 old houses. His special way of investing in real estate has turned him into a popular figure.
Since he was a child, Hayato loved looking at houses from a high spot in the mountains. As he grew up, this interest became a passion. Even when he didn’t have money, he would visit houses with his girlfriend just to explore.
After seeing his boss lose his job because of office politics, Hayato decided he wanted to be his own boss. “I realized that getting promoted wasn’t about how good you are, but if your boss liked you,” he said. He was also unhappy with how much he got paid for his hard work. “I wanted to make money without depending on my paycheck,” he added.
To reach his goal of being financially independent, he started saving money. At just 23 years old, he bought a small flat at an auction for 1.7 million yen (around ₹10.1 lakh), which he rented out for 340,000 yen (around ₹2 lakh) each year. After six years, he sold it for 4.3 million yen (about ₹25.6 lakh).
A Smart Investment Strategy
Kawamura saw a chance to invest in old and neglected houses, especially those costing less than 1 million yen (around ₹6 lakh). He knew how to keep renovation costs low and quickly rent them out. He even took on tough projects, like homes with leaking roofs or dirty conditions.
Kawamura’s success also comes from building strong relationships with real estate agents. These connections help him find good properties before others do. In 2018, he quit his corporate job to start his own company, Merryhome.
Over the years, he has bought 200 rundown homes and made a rental income of over 140 million yen (around ₹8.2 crore). He funds his investments through his savings, loans, and earnings from his rental properties.
Kawamura says, “I never thought I would get rich quickly. Real estate investing takes time and patience.” His success story has inspired many people online. One commenter noted, “Even though he is young, his smart choices show he will do well in the future!” Another person said, “His journey is tough to copy; you need unique insights, careful money management, strong connections, and luck.
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