Chapter 399: Buying Land
The residents of Qian Village were obligated to pay taxes if they wished to cultivate yams on the mountain. Consequently, some were willing to explore the mountains closer to the village, while only a handful ventured into the more distant ones. The combined expenses of land taxes and the labor involved in the journey often outweighed the benefits, making it a less attractive option.
Qian Youfu expressed, "All things considered, the younger generation in our village is brimming with energy."
"I’ve already met with the concerned landowner, and he’s open to lowering the price," he continued.
"There’s approximately 80 mu of land available there, and the cost is merely five taels of silver per mu. It’s a relatively modest investment for land acquisition," he explained. "Once you own it, you can offer rents at less than half the rate of other plots, which will likely attract numerous renters for cultivation."
"Uncle Fu," he suggested, "you can coordinate the village’s youth to construct a protective barrier around that wasteland to deter wild boars and other wildlife from causing damage."
"Over time, the barren land will gradually become fertile through sustained farming efforts," he added. "This would enable you to charge higher rents in the future."
Turning to Qin Zhenzhen, Su Bin inquired, "Wife, what are your thoughts?"
Qin Zhenzhen responded with a smile, "The decision is yours to make."
