Siheyuan's Journey Through the Ages

Chapter 133: The Trade That Finally Started

Liang Haowen seemed to be very familiar with this place. He took Ma Qing directly to the second floor and gave instructions to Ma Qing as they walked.

“This is an old friend of my family. His last name is Ye Shouzhuo. His trading company used to be doing OK, but you know how the world has been these past two years.

The market situation in Hong Kong is not good. In addition, Hong Kong's industrial manufacturing industry is facing "anti-dumping" from developed countries in Europe and the United States. The manufacturing industry is struggling. Those who do foreign trade have a harder time, especially medium-sized trading companies like them. Life is particularly difficult. "

Ma Qing nodded. In this case, small trading companies are flexible and easy to turn around. Their own costs are low, and at worst they can just close down, and the boss won't worry about it.

Large trading companies are strong and naturally have strong risk resistance. As for medium-sized trading companies, they make money quickly when the wind is favorable, but the business costs are not low when the wind is unfavorable. However, the boss's own strength is difficult to withstand, and it is reluctant to close the business. What if the world becomes better?

This trading company has been able to last for two years, it seems it has something going for it.

"What is the name of this company?" Ma Qing asked.

"Xiangjiang Rongfa Trading Co., Ltd., do you think it suits the name of our Rongheng Real Estate?" Liang Haowen asked tentatively.

Ma Qing understood immediately. Liang Haowen probably wanted to intervene again. "I think this name is quite rustic. It doesn't seem to have any connection with Rong Heng."

Ma Qing pretended not to understand the meaning of the words. He was not Liang Haowen's father, so he didn't have to involve him in everything. Wait, trading companies, especially foreign trade companies, also need a lot of legal services. Damn, this kid still has to get a bargain.

Liang Haowen felt a little disappointed when he heard Ma Qing say this, but when he walked to the door of the private room, he heard Ma Qing's words.

"Brother Liang, I understand. Are you also interested in this trading company? If you have anything to say, please tell me directly. It took me a long time to think about it. At most, 20 Eight Immortals. If you are willing, you can invest."

"Haha, Mr. Ma is so smart. I thought you would definitely understand what I meant. I didn't expect that the tacit understanding between us is still a little lacking." Liang Haowen said happily.

Ma Qing didn't say anything, but just thought to himself, is this lawyer's family really that well-connected?

"Uncle Ye, sorry to have kept you waiting. This is Mr. Ma I mentioned. Let's talk slowly about the trading company." Liang Haowen walked into the private room and began to introduce himself.

Ma Qing and Ye Shouzhuo naturally exchanged pleasantries, got to know each other, and poured out nonsense like "I've heard a lot about you" for free.

Ye Shouzhuo looks to be in his 50s, and exudes an air of wealth and luxury. His hair has basically turned mostly white, and it seems that he has been very busy in recent years.

"Mr. Ye, let's get straight to the point." Ma Qing is a realist. Facing this seller who has no trace in history and is so old, he actually doesn't want to waste time talking nonsense.

"Mr. Ma is a quick-witted person. Young people nowadays are so impatient." Ye Shouzhuo looked at the overly young acquirer in front of him and couldn't help but sigh that time makes people grow old. The waves on the beach will eventually disappear on the beach.

"I am very interested in Mr. Ye's trading company. I wonder what Mr. Ye's current business plan is." "Sell everything. I'm old and have no energy. I won't get involved anymore." After two years of struggling, Ye Shouzhe has become very pessimistic. He doesn't want to keep any shares and just sells everything.

"Could you please give me a detailed introduction to the current situation of the company, Mr. Ye? I can ask an accountant to check the specific accounts later, but we can just talk about the general situation first." Ma Qing planned to understand the general situation first and then directly make an offer to buy it.

"Rongfa Trading is a company I founded when I was young. It is mainly responsible for trade with Taiwan, Japan, Europe and the United States. Over the years, we have accumulated a lot of customers and currently have more than 20 employees." Ye Shouzhe gave a brief introduction to the situation of his company.

Ma Qing felt that this company might be doomed. "This... your company is responsible for trade with Taiwan, Japan, Europe and the United States, but there are only more than 20 employees. This is hard to believe."

Ye Shouzhuo showed an embarrassed expression on his face. "Mr. Ma, it has been difficult to maintain the company for the past two years. This year, the company has reduced more than half of its employees. But Mr. Ma, the remaining people are elite soldiers and strong generals."

Ma Qing showed a look of doubt on his face. Seeing that, Ye Shouzhuo quickly added, "Although I am old, I am not confused. Our trading company actually relies entirely on the ability of our salesmen. I have never deducted their income. Even though the company is now in a loss-making state, I have not affected their income. I just fired those who did not meet the standards. The rest are the best."

"Then why do you want to sell it?"

Ye Shouzhuo smiled bitterly: "I can't hold on any longer. The profits can't cover the costs. Plus, I'm old and can't do it anymore."

"I have two questions. One is whether the trading company has any important fixed assets, and the other is what price do you want." Ma Qing asked the most important question.

"Our trading company is people-oriented. We don't have any important fixed assets. The office is rented, and some of the decorations and office supplies in the office are not valuable. If Mr. Ma buys my company, this part will be considered a gift from me." Ye Shouzhe said it very beautifully.

"As for my asking price, forget it. You and Haowen are good friends, and you want to hire an accountant to check the accounts. I'll be frank. I want 10 yuan from the company, and you have to bear the difference in accounts payable and receivable in the company's accounts, which is probably tens of thousands."

When Ma Qing heard this, he realized that this was the case. He could no longer bear the debt and wanted to sell it.

Ma Qing glanced at Liang Haowen and said, "Mr. Ye, I'm afraid I can't promise you anything right now, but I'm still interested. If you don't mind, I'll arrange for an accounting firm to check the accounts. If you don't agree, I can only express my regret."

Ye Shouzhuo felt that young people nowadays were so cautious, unlike when he was young, when he was taught a lesson as soon as he entered society. So he had no choice but to say, "I agree. When you arrange for the accountant to come, give me a call and I will cooperate."

After Ye Shouzhuo left, Ma Qing looked at Liang Haowen, who quickly said, "Don't look at me, I'm just introducing you, who knew that Uncle Ye's company had reached this point."

"I don't mean to blame you. On the contrary, I think this company is pretty good. Of course, the premise is that what your uncle Ye said is true." Ma Qing picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea. "By the way, do you have any recommendations for an accounting firm with high standards, high efficiency and low fees?"

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(End of this chapter)