Chapter 10 80 million square meters of pasture
Charlie is a typical European, with a clear facial contour and a towering nose bridge, which is several centimeters taller than Wang Hao. His Chinese is relatively smooth and sounds less difficult than ordinary foreigners. This may be the reason why he came to the Rongcheng representative office.
Compared to listening to English conversations from several foreigners before, Wang Hao still likes Chinese, and his native language sounds much more comfortable. He nodded, "My name is Wang Hao."
"Mr. Wang, that's right. Our British headquarters is promoting the annual autumn auction. Your painting can be added. The rich people in Europe prefer Picasso. There will definitely be a higher price on the auction." Charlie considered his own statement, "Our company never participates in the source of artworks, but if you decide not to auction, our auction house can also provide preservation services and special security companies."
Wang Hao frowned. He urgently needed money now and couldn't wait for too long.
"How many days will you have in this auction? I need to use money to buy fast farms or ranches."
After hearing his words, Charlie understood that Wang Hao really wanted to auction this, and he was not too pretentious and was going around. "There is still a week left and there is a lot of publicity currently being carried out. Of course, if this "Girl in Red Hat" is added, it will definitely attract more people's attention."
"How much is this painting worth?" Wang Hao pointed at the painting surrounded by many experts curiously, wanting to learn about it.
"You also know that Picasso can be said to be the greatest painter of the 20th century. He is also a highly productive painter. Nearly 60,000 paintings have been collected by different people. Those collectors rarely use them for circulation. Half a year ago, Christie's auction house auctioned Picasso's "The Sleeping Girl" for Mary. The expected price of that painting was 9 million pounds, and the transaction price was 13.5 million pounds. And your painting is even more cherished."
Charlie looked at the painting that had been missing for decades not far away, "Picasso rarely has glass paintings, and your painting has not appeared for a long time. Our estimate is 10 million pounds, and the transaction price may be higher. Of course, we will use the transaction price of 2% as the handling fee. What do you think?"
Ten million pounds, according to the current exchange rate, it is close to 100 million RMB! Wang Hao was stunned for a moment and showed a dumbfounded smile. How many acres of land can be bought for 100 million RMB?
"Mr. Wang? Mr. Wang?"
Charlie's voice brought Wang Hao back to reality from his boundless fantasy. He looked at Charlie blankly and asked, "Sorry, what did you say just now? I just came with joy!"
Giving a smile of understanding, Charlie repeated: "I said, our auction house will draw 2% of the transaction volume as the handling fee. What do you think? I will prepare a contract later. After you sign it, you will be a millionaire."
His breathing became heavier, and Wang Hao nodded in agreement.
In a few hours, he turned from a laid-off worker to a millionaire. The change was too great! Wang Hao quickly took a sip of water to calm himself down and not make any ugly things.
Li Chen and those experts looked at the painting as if they were treating rare treasures, with their eyes softer than their lovers. They had never paid attention to the situation on Wang Hao at all, but were devoted to the painting.
"This is a contract that has just been printed. You can find a lawyer. This painting will be shipped directly to the UK headquarters for auction before the auction. During this period, we will keep it. If there is any damage, our auction house will compensate. What is the price of 10 million pounds?"
There are not many columns in this contract, and the rules and regulations are very simple, which stipulate the rights, obligations and regulations of the seller and the auction house, and are very clear.
Wang Hao thought about it, picked up the pen and signed his name on it.
"Okay, we have just passed all the information about this painting to the British headquarters. There has been agreed as the finale. Congratulations. I hope I will have a chance to cooperate in the future!" After signing the contract, Charlie stood up and shook hands with Wang Hao again. Just as he was lifting his legs and preparing to leave, he suddenly remembered something big.
"By the way, Mr. Wang's bank card number will be given to us, and you can deposit the money directly at that time. If you don't mind, you can use the cards of other banks. Our company mainly cooperates with Royal Bank of Scotland. Will you directly apply for a card at that time?"
Wang Hao was not confused. He asked in confusion: "Is it convenient for me to use in China? I don't seem to see this bank in Rongcheng. At that time, I want to buy land but can't afford it. What should I do?"
"You want to buy land?" Charlie asked in confusion: "You are going to buy land in China for so much money? Although I don't know you very well, I also know that land should be considered state-owned. What you buy is the right of use. What if the state asks you to take back the right of use one day and give you a little compensation?"
Yes! Wang Hao patted his thighs. It was not very cost-effective to buy land in China, and it was subject to various restrictions. The key is that the land is not his own, and it was so heartbreaking to spend so much money.
"Hey, do you have any solution?"
Looking at Charlie's smile on his face, Wang Hao felt that he must have a solution.
"To be honest, my cousin has a pasture in Australia, which is not considered a pasture. Anyway, it is mixed, grow wheat, raise sheep, and get some other things. In Victoria, the scenery is good, you can go and have a look." Charlie spared no effort to introduce the pasture, "It is about 80 million square meters and the price is relatively cheap. They mainly want to have a good rest. The children at home stay far away in the pasture."
How big is that 80 million square meters? Wang Hao has no idea in his mind, but it is very big!
"How much does 80 million square meters cost!" Wang Hao sighed softly: "I may not be able to afford it!"
Charlie shook his head and said with a smile: "Don't worry, you can afford it. The price of this painting can easily exceed 10 million pounds. I think the market price is around 25 million. I believe our auction house will definitely have a premium. The ranch seems to say 32 million Australian dollars, which is about 18 million pounds, which is about 180 million yuan."
Seeing Wang Hao's somewhat moved look, Charlie added fire: "Even the land, houses, and all agricultural facilities, they will be sold in packages. As for the cattle and sheep in the ranch, they will be calculated separately. He can sell it and sell it to you at a discount. In Australia, the land is private and can be passed on to future generations. Compare it with the eyes of you Chinese. This farm is very cost-effective!"
"But how many workers do I have to hire to operate normally for an 8 million square meter ranch?" Wang Hao didn't want to turn the ranch into a factory, with people everywhere.
Charlie waved his hand and said, "What a big ranch? There are no pastures in Australia that have tens of thousands of acres. I feel embarrassed to call them a ranch. There is no need to hire many people, they all use machines. You can apply for a visa now and go directly to the field inspection. I will notify them in advance."
"Okay, I'll go and have a look!"
Since I looked at the goods first, Wang Hao agreed neatly and neatly. He came to buy a ranch with more than 30 million Australian dollars and could easily get a visa. Maybe the Immigration Bureau will directly agree to immigration.
He reluctantly left "The Girl in Red Hat" at the auction house. Wang Hao walked out alone. He was still dizzy now, and he didn't know how to take the bus home.
80 million square meters are converted into about 120,000 acres of land, which is about 20,000 acres. Such a vast ranch is just ordinary in Australia. It should be a fun thing to go to Australia to farm and grazing, right?
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Chapter completed!