Do I have it or not?

Chapter 251 Do I have it or not?

Jiang Baobin checked the time, then looked at the people below, and said, "Everyone has sent a representative to the meeting, except for the He family."

"However, the time has come, and we can't let them develop the bad habit of waiting for others during meetings."

"I had already informed He Daqing by phone, but given the nature of his work, we won't insist."

"After all, important guests have suddenly arrived; the chef can't just refuse to cook for them, can he?"

"However, I want to emphasize that this will be extremely important!"

"This is a major issue that concerns the vital interests of every individual and every household, and everyone should take it seriously."

"Who can convey the key points of the meeting to He Daqing later?"

As he spoke, his gaze swept across the crowd.

Yi Zhonghai was still lost in his own thoughts.

Yan Bugui was indeed thoughtful, but he always liked to weigh whether it would benefit him before doing anything.

Then he naturally couldn't beat Liu Haizhong: "I'll be responsible for passing it on to him later."

"Good, Master Liu deserves praise. He has a high level of awareness and is a very kind-hearted person."

Old Liu was instantly fired up, and his big mouth grinned from ear to ear.

If Jiang Baobin spoke in this tone in later generations, he would definitely be criticized mercilessly.

But these days people buy into that.

After Jiang Baobin put on airs a few times, the people in the compound gradually came to regard him as their leader.

"Alright, now Comrade Liu Haizhong will read out the government's latest policy on property taxation."

"Ahem!" Liu Haizhong coughed, then nodded in several directions.

Then, in a affected tone, he read it aloud: "Urban Real Estate — Provisional Regulations, Document No. 133 —"

It was only about 1500 words in total, but Liu Haizhong took twenty minutes to read it aloud.

Its groaning and groaning were so pronounced that it was almost unbearable to watch.

Jiang Baobin secretly decided that he should do it himself next time and stop showing off.

However, I must say, "Great job, Master Liu."

"I think everyone here is smart enough to understand, but I'll emphasize a few key points again."

"First, taxpayers must submit a declaration to the tax authorities within one month of the announcement regarding the specific details of their properties and land."

"The relevant departments will conduct a rigorous review, issue a payment notice, and require payment within a specified period."

"If there are any objections, the taxes must be paid first, and then an appeal can be filed."

"Now for the more crucial part, everyone listen carefully. If you violate this rule, you could be fined into bankruptcy!"

"The first rule is: if a taxpayer fails to file a tax return on time, they will be subject to a fine of up to 500,000 yuan!"

"Those who conceal or make false declarations will not only have to pay the outstanding taxes, but will also be subject to a fine of up to five times the amount of the tax owed!"

"We encourage everyone to monitor each other. If a report is verified, a reward of 20% to 30% of the fine will be given, and the reporter's secret will be kept confidential."

"And this is really bad: if you don't pay on time, in addition to being forced to pay, you will also be charged a late payment fee of one percent of the tax amount per day."

"Don't get this wrong, everyone. The fines will be issued every day, not monthly or yearly!"

"Furthermore! Anyone who fails to pay within thirty days of the deadline, and for whom the relevant authorities deem there no legitimate reason, will be prosecuted!"

"This is no joke. Do you think going against your superiors will end well?"

Jiang Baobin paused for a moment, giving everyone time to process what he had said.

He then said, "I know that many of you are thinking about this."

"What does this have to do with me? I rent an apartment."

"But I have a question for you: since the lease expired, has any of you paid the old lady the rent?"

"It's definitely okay in the past; if the people don't complain, the officials won't investigate."

"But that won't work now. If you don't pay rent, the old lady naturally won't have money to pay taxes."

"Do you think the government will send someone to investigate what's going on?"

"When the time comes, will you still be able to cover up your shameful deeds of seizing houses and bullying the elderly?"

"Then you have no choice but to pay the rent."

"So that the old lady can have money to pay taxes."

"Everyone, think it over carefully, is it appropriate to pay rent from now on?"

"Is it better to buy the house directly at a low price like I did?"

"Let's not even mention that the house can be passed down to our children and grandchildren."

"To put it bluntly, if the policy changes, it's not certain whether you'll even have a place to live."

"Alright, I won't repeat myself. Everyone should weigh the pros and cons themselves. Time is of the essence."

"By the way, the newspaper is with Master Liu. If you want to borrow it, just ask him."

"Okay, meeting adjourned."

Jiang Baobin was efficient and decisive. After saying the meeting was over, he got up and left.

The crowd lingered, reluctant to leave, and gathered around Liu Haizhong, this meddlesome cobbler, to discuss the matter.

Who told him to be in charge of the newspapers?

Yan Bugui pursed his lips, put his hands behind his back, and went home.

He understood, but he still needed to carefully consider the pros and cons.

He wouldn't dare to carry it, and he knows he can't. You're kidding me, this is like Mount Tai pressing down on him!

However, he was not in a hurry. He planned to go out and inquire more thoroughly before making a decision.

As for asking Jiang Baobin, Lao Yan isn't stupid.

Jiang Baobin and the deaf old lady are now completely in cahoots.

An old man and a young boy have firmly taken control of the courtyard house.

It's laughable that people like Liu Haizhong are acting as lackeys for others without even realizing it.

But one person followed Jiang Baobin without hesitation.

Jiang Baobin frowned slightly and turned around to ask, "Is something the matter?"

Jiang Mantang said directly, "I want to buy a house. I won't die in peace until I fulfill this wish!"

Jiang Baobin revealed a mocking smile, meaning: What do you want to do? What does it have to do with me?

Jiang Mantang hurriedly said, "If I buy the house, it will belong to you three brothers when I die."

Jiang Baobin suddenly became interested, rubbing his chin, waiting for him to continue.

Jiang Mantang said embarrassedly, "But I don't have enough money, and the goods are already being processed."

"If we have a big clearance sale right now, we'll earn a lot less."

"So I'd like you to give me the alimony for the next three years in advance, that would be enough."

Jiang Baobin's face darkened: "Since the house will be for three people in the future..."

"Why should I be the only one to come up with three years' worth of money first?"

Jiang Mantang said helplessly, "Even if the boss had the money, he wouldn't take it."

"Your eldest daughter-in-law is a greedy creature, while your eldest brother is useless."

Jiang Mantang then pleaded, "Third brother, please lend it to me for a while."

"Please, I'm begging you. If I miss this opportunity, I'll die with regrets."

"You, as the son, can buy your own house, while I, as the father, am still renting. How embarrassing!"

Jiang Baobin frowned again; this was a direct attack on him.

However, Jiang Mantang's next words enraged him: "You don't expect me to kneel at your doorstep and beg you, do you?"

Jiang Baobin's eyes flashed with malice: "Kneel down! You can try right now!"

As if he were being watched by a tiger, Jiang Mantang was startled.

She hurriedly said, "No, no, no, I was just using an example. I would never do anything to embarrass you."

Jiang Baobin said coldly, "Since you've put it that way, let's lay it all out."

"Why won't the boss lend you money? Because money in the bank earns interest, and you won't give it to him."

"Am I right? You surely know how high interest rates are right now, don't you?"

"Good grief, he's asking me for a million right off the bat? Does he think I'm an idiot?"

Jiang Mantang hurriedly said, "No, no, no, I know the interest rate is high."

"You don't need to give me that much, 50 will be fine."

"50 is enough for three years of retirement. I'll give you my fingerprint as a guarantee."

At this moment, Qin Huairu noticed that Jiang Baobin hadn't entered the house for a long time, so she slowly walked out.

But then they saw the father and son, who were only nominally father and son, talking together, a rare sight indeed.

As if seeing a savior, Jiang Mantang hurriedly said, "Daughter-in-law, please persuade my third son to give me the alimony first."

Qin Huairu was a little confused, and looked at her husband with her big eyes.

Jiang Baobin thought about it and decided that there was no need to take this matter too seriously or be too unreasonable.

After all, he'd have to get that money sooner or later.

He then asked, "Honey, do we have 50 yuan in savings?"

Qin Huairu was taken aback, and asked in return with a look that only the two of them could understand:

Do you want me to have it, or not?