Author
Raytio Ray
Founder, TRA
Raytio Ray founded TRA (Taiwan Rental Assistance) in Taipei to help foreigners find an apartment and settle into life in Taiwan.
TRA lines up listings, views apartments with renters in person, talks to landlords in Chinese and goes through the lease before anything is signed. Its sister service, TRA Live, takes care of everyday living needs after the move.
Ray writes the guides on this blog.
Latest guides by Raytio Ray
When Is the Best Time of Year to Look for an Apartment in Taipei?
October 21, 2026
Is Taipei Safe for Foreigners? The Real Risks, Ranked
October 19, 2026
Renting in Linkou: How Elias, a Mandarin Student From Switzerland, Found His Apartment in Three Days
October 16, 2026
Renting in Neihu: A Practical Guide for Tech and Office Workers
October 16, 2026
Moving to Taipei in Winter: How the Rental Market Shifts From November to Lunar New Year
October 15, 2026
Co-Living in Taipei vs Renting Your Own Apartment: Real Prices, Contracts, ARC Address and Who Each Fits
October 15, 2026
From Visa to ARC: The Path for Newcomers Moving to Taiwan
October 14, 2026
Cost of Living in Taipei (2026): Three Real Monthly Budgets, Line by Line
October 12, 2026
Best Area to Live in Taipei for Foreigners: Our Picks, Compared Side by Side
October 9, 2026
Renting in Taipei From Abroad: What You Can Do Before You Land, and What Should Wait
October 7, 2026