pjbooks Chapter 576 - 273: Land Rental, Maximum Lease Term!
Chapter 576 - 273: Land Rental, Maximum Lease Term!
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Meanwhile.
Xiaoshanhe Village Committee Office.
Tian Jianhui was discussing with several village officials about the 100 acres of deserted land in the east of the village.
"Shall we lower the price again this year? That land has been up for external lease for seven or eight years and still hasn’t been leased out."
Accountant Liu Jiafu, smoking a cigarette, suggested to Tian Jianhui.
"Sigh! It’s not just about lowering the price. The main issue is that the land’s nature and location are too awkward."
"That land can only be used for agricultural planting, but it was previously forest land, and the cost of transformation is too high."
"If people want to do agriculture, they might as well go directly to Beiqijia, where there are many unused greenhouses ready to use."
"True, even if we give it away for free, people probably wouldn’t want it."
Several village officials were discussing the issue of the 100 acres of idle land east of the village, but they couldn’t come to any conclusions.
It’s said that every inch of land in Beijing is worth gold, but it also depends on the location.
In a village like Xiaoshanhe, outside the 6th Ring Road, there is plenty of wasteland and idle land around.
These days, a month’s wage from working beats a year’s farming.
Few young people in rural areas want to farm, let alone residents in a big city like Beijing.
Creak~
Just as the discussion grew heated, the office door was pushed open from the outside, and Tian Jianhui walked in.
"Director Tian is here."
"Good morning, Director Tian."
"Director Tian."
The few village officials who were discussing greeted Tian Jianhui politely as he entered.
Yet, in their hearts, they were still dissatisfied and resentful of this newly appointed village director.
Of the village officials present, besides Tian Jianhui, all had served in the village for over a decade, even longer.
Only Tian Jianhui was a newcomer, an outsider parachuted in.
The village committee officials often had get-togethers but never invited Tian Jianhui, though he was always the main topic of discussion.
Tian Jianhui was aware of this; he was eager to make accomplishments to prove himself, but opportunities were scarce!
However, a chance was now right in front of him!
He never dreamt that the friend he just met yesterday would be of great help today!
This incident deepened his understanding of the saying "many friends make the road easy to walk"!
"Director Tian, the lease situation on the east side of the village this year still looks bleak."
After the greetings, Accountant Liu Jiafu turned to Tian Jianhui and said,
"It’s been exactly a month since the lease notice was sent out, and not a single inquiry."
The eyes of the others had a hint of waiting to see him fail.
This hot potato was left for him, the village director, to handle!
"I happen to have someone who’s on their way now."
As he spoke, Tian Jianhui pulled out a chair and sat in his usual seat.
Everyone was slightly surprised by his words but held little hope.
Some even thought he had staged something to save face.
It’s normal if negotiations fall apart over price issues.
Ring ring——
Just as he finished speaking, his phone rang.
He looked at the screen, and the caller ID read "Younger Brother Jiang."
"Speak of the devil, the client I scheduled just arrived."
Standing up, he swiped to answer Jiang Tao’s call.
"Hello, President Jiang, have you arrived at our compound?"
"Great, I see your car. I’m in the office now, I’ll be right out to greet you."
As he spoke, he turned around and headed for the door, pushing it open.
The rest of the village officials, hearing that the guest had arrived, followed him out to see what was happening.
As they exited the meeting room, they saw an imposing Mercedes G-Class SUV drive into the compound.
The G-Class parked in an empty spot, and a tall, handsome young man stepped out.
His top was a simple, seemingly unremarkable gray shirt.
However, those with an eye for detail could tell from its color, texture, and craftsmanship that it was a Zegna latest release.
This ordinary-looking shirt was priced at 25,900!
His pants were plain white, giving him a clean, fresh look.
These pants were also a Zegna latest release, priced at 28,800!
On his feet were off-white suede TRIPLE STITCH luxurious casual shoes from the same brand.
They also looked ordinary but cost Xu Li over 9,600!
The total cost of Jiang Tao’s outfit today was around 60,000!
Xu Li was truly willing to spend money on Jiang Tao!
As the saying goes, clothes make the man.
Even if they didn’t know luxury brands, they could tell that Jiang Tao’s identity was extraordinary from his outfit.
Of course, their main basis was the Mercedes G-Class he drove.
Anyone who could afford such a car must be significant.
"President Jiang is here! I apologize for not greeting you sooner!"
Tian Jianhui walked up to Jiang Tao, warmly greeting and welcoming him.
When the other village officials saw Jiang Tao, or rather his Mercedes G-Class, a spark of hope ignited within them.
They hoped that Jiang Tao would lease the deserted land in the east of the village.
Even if it was just for one term, three years, it would bring some income to the village.
"You’re too kind, Director Tian."
Jiang Tao responded with a smile, his tone measured.
"Let me introduce you to some of the officials who have served Xiaoshanhe’s development for many years."
"This is our village accountant Liu Jiafu, this is Party Secretary Zhang Zengxi, and this is..."
"This is Jiang Tao, President Jiang, whom I just mentioned."
Tian Jianhui introduced Jiang Tao to the village officials, and they all shook hands and exchanged greetings before heading back to the meeting room.
After some small talk, Tian Jianhui briefly introduced the land in the east of Xiaoshanhe to Jiang Tao.
The total area was 103 acres, with a rent of 1,000 yuan per acre per year.
It can be leased in full or according to needs, with a minimum lease term of five years.
Jiang Tao listened to the introduction, silently calculating in his mind.
Leasing all 103 acres would cost just over 100,000 yuan a year.
In a place like Beijing, renting over a hundred acres for 100,000 is quite a bargain!
"If there’s anything unsatisfactory about the price, President Jiang, we can discuss further."
Before Jiang Tao could bargain, Tian Jianhui offered a discount, showing their eagerness to lease the land.
Jiang Tao looked at Tian Jianhui and asked,
"Director Tian, if I lease the entire plot, how much more of a discount can I get?"
Jubilantly, Tian Jianhui replied,
"If President Jiang leases the entire plot, we can offer you... 800 per acre per year!"
Other officials in the room also looked at Jiang Tao eagerly.
If the land remains unleased, it’s just a worthless wasteland.
Leasing it out and collecting rent gives it value.
Even at a discounted rate of 800 yuan per acre per year,
they’d still collect about 400,000 in rent for a term!
"What’s the maximum lease term? Can it be discounted a bit more?"
This time, Jiang Tao was determined to get the 100 acres of "profitable land."
Moreover, to avoid unnecessary troubles later, he decided to extend the lease to the maximum term.
"Maximum?"
The officials were momentarily stunned by his question, but when they realized what he meant, they were overjoyed!
Today, they had truly stumbled upon a big client!