Florida Realtors, Japan-America Real Estate Coalition expand ties

Florida Realtors has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Japan-America Real Estate Coalition Office (JARECO) — strengthening cooperation and expanding business opportunities between real estate professionals in Florida and Japan.

Under the memorandum, Florida Realtors and JARECO will focus on professional development, market data sharing and global business outreach.

Both groups have committed to advancing ethical standards, professionalism and innovation within the international real estate industry.

The agreement was signed in Tokyo by Florida Realtors President Tim Weisheyer and JARECO Chairman Masayuki Nakagawa during the Southeast U.S.-Japan Association joint meeting.

“Florida’s global real estate connections continue to grow, and this new partnership with JARECO opens even more doors for collaboration, learning and investment between Florida and Japan,” Weisheyer said. “We’re proud to strengthen the bridge between our two markets and help Realtors in both countries find new pathways for success.”

Founded in 2013, JARECO serves as a key link between the National Association of Realtors and five major real estate organizations in Japan — representing hundreds of thousands of professionals.

The signing follows increased economic and travel connections between Florida and Japan. ZIPAIR — a subsidiary of Japan Airlines — announced plans Oct. 28 to launch the first nonstop passenger flights between Florida and Asia.

The airline will operate four round-trip charter flights between Orlando International Airport and Tokyo Narita beginning in February.

“As the immediate past chairman of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, I understand the importance of international connectivity and am excited to see our years of work come to fruition,” Weisheyer said. “These new flights, combined with partnerships like this one, will help strengthen business and real estate relationships between Florida and Japan.

“This partnership arrives at an exciting time. With new direct air connections and a growing appetite for cross-border investment, Florida and Japan are poised to deepen economic and professional ties. Real estate is at the center of that growth, and Florida Realtors is proud help connect our members with opportunities around the world.”