So, I took an overseas job opportunity in Okinawa. I didn’t expect to get the job, but I shot my shot and got it. I immediately began researching living quarters, transportation, cost of living, pets and entertainment. I had a question that may seem odd, but it is something I have done before.
Can you pay out the rent for an apartment, **all 2 years of it**, up front? I did this in the U.S. for 1-year leases. It’s so much easier to rip the band-aid off, endure for a month and spend the rest of the year not worrying about it. I have the finances to pay out the entire two-year rental, but is it a common practice in Okinawa? Google wasn’t much help. Thank you.
by WooHoo5581
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This could differ based on your housing agency. There is a second option though that I guarantee you can feel the same way and accomplish.
Start another checking or savings account. Dump your two years of rent money (maybe a couple hundred extra just in case) and sign up for GI Bill pay. If you’re unfamiliar they just take the money out of your account bi monthly. For example my rent, utilities, internet are all on GI bill pay. Every first and 15th I get an email saying how much it will be and it’s automatically withdrawn.
This is an alternative to your idea and if you’ve got the cash I’d say go for it. The yen to dollar right now is insanely good. Who knows how it’ll be in a year or two. I don’t foresee it getting a whole lot better. That means only getting worse. (In the favor of us the USD earners). You could potentially save a ton of money. Assuming it all works out.
It’s possible, you ca negotiate for a reduction, too, but it’s going to be a pain in the ass if you decide to break the lease early.
Are you sofa?