Chapter 1365: The perfect tax avoidance strategy
Seeing that it was half past eleven in the evening, Martinez and the others still had no intention of leaving, still admiring the valuable antique artworks in the room.
Seeing this situation, Ye Tian had to wake up these French guys who were already obsessed, otherwise he wouldn't want to rest tonight!
"It's almost time, gentlemen, it's already late, isn't it all here today? If you are free tomorrow, you can come to appreciate and appraise these antique artworks again!"
Hearing what Ye Tian said, Martinez and the others looked up.
Although they have been here for several hours and watched dozens of antique works of art non-stop, each of them is still very excited, energetic, and can't see the slightest fatigue!
However, in their eyes, they can see a lot of bloodshot eyes. Obviously, they consume a lot of energy, not as easy as it seems!
"Steven, can you tell us how you did it? The antique artworks in this suite are all valuable and top-notch!
In other words, there is no fake here. As long as the antique works of art that you look at and take down, every piece is a valuable and authentic piece, which is simply incredible!
Until now, I really believed the rumor that you guy is an all-rounder who has never appeared in the field of antique art collection, and there is no antique art you don’t know! "
Martinez asked curiously, eyes full of envy.
The rest of the people in the living room are the same, their envious eyes are red!
"Tell you? Stop teasing! If I tell that I have a perspective ability, I will be pulled to slice immediately!"
Ye Tian spit out to himself, then chuckled and shook his head.
"I'm very sorry, Martinez, I am afraid I can't give you the answer, this is my secret! In our industry, I believe that everyone has their own secret!
If I have to give an answer, I can only say that I have the talent in this area, and I am very fortunate to always find antique artworks and treasures that make my heart beat! "
Hearing this answer, many French guys at the scene rolled their eyes, but they were helpless and could only accept this statement, otherwise what could they do?
After a few more chats, Martinez raised his hand to look at his watch, then stood up and said:
"For many Parisians, this is the time to enjoy a good nightlife, and midnight is the time to rest, but for you, it is really late.
In order not to disturb your normal rest, we should indeed leave, but before leaving, I still have a question that I am very concerned about. I hope you can answer it!
Steven, what do you plan to do with these valuable antique artworks? Should they be brought back to New York, USA, or should they be processed in Paris? What a fortune this is!
To tell you the truth, we at the Louvre are very interested in some of the exquisite antique works of art. If possible, we would like to put them in the bag and display them in the exhibition hall of the Louvre!
I know that it is almost impossible for a greedy fellow to donate antique art to the Louvre, so I don’t dare to hope, if I have the opportunity, I hope I can buy those treasures! "
As soon as the words fell, Bertrand, director of the Paris Museum of Modern Art, said:
"Steven, our Paris Museum of Modern Art is the same. We hope to accept some of these modern oil paintings."
Ye Tian glanced at the crowd, then said with a light smile:
"Gentlemen, I am a professional treasure hunter. These antique works of art are my merchandise. If you like these antique works of art, that would be great. I can't ask for it!
If you want to buy your favorite antique artworks, please wait patiently for a while, and when I ship these antique artworks back to New York, you can contact me again to discuss! "
"Aren't these antique artworks in Paris now? Wouldn't it be more convenient to trade on the spot? Why bother to ship them back to New York? Wouldn't it be unnecessary!
Paris, like New York, is also a world-renowned art trading center with huge trading volume. There is no problem in digesting these antique artworks in your hands! "
Benova asked incomprehensibly, the others were also confused, not understanding why Ye Tian did this.
Ye Tian shook his head lightly, and then gave his reason.
"Gentlemen, there is only one reason why I want to transport these valuable antique artworks back to New York and sell or auction them in New York, and that is that French taxes are too high!
For example, for the "Forest of Fontainebleau" by the master of realism, Corot, I spent 18,000 euros when I bought it and issued a relevant certificate. There are no legal issues!
If I bring the painting back to New York, I only need to pay 5.5% customs duties on the basis of 18,000 euros when I pass the French customs, and the tax burden is only 1,000 euros.
If I sell or auction that oil painting in Paris, the price of the oil painting will be as low as 35 million euros at the lowest valuation I gave, and the result will be completely different!
Take 35 million euros as an example. On the basis of this price, first I have to pay a 7% value-added tax on artworks, and secondly I have to pay a 5.5% customs duty. This is unavoidable!
These two taxes alone add up to several million Euros. What a huge figure! If my head has not been kicked by a donkey, why don't I avoid such a heavy tax burden?
Don’t forget, how many valuable antique artworks I have! If these antique works of art are all sold in Paris, they will have to pay this heavy tax. You guys shouldn't feel bad about it!
It is completely different when I ship them back to New York. I only need to pay a customs duty on the basis of the purchase price, which is completely negligible. I am also very happy to contribute to the French finances!
Another point is that there is no art value-added tax for art transactions in New York. Unlike Paris, where there is a 7% art value-added tax, why not choose New York?
When buying these antique artworks at the Santouan Flea Market, why did I bother to ask the antique dealers to issue a certificate stating the name of the item and the transaction price? This is the reason!
With the certificates issued by those antique dealers, I only need to pay a small amount of customs duties based on the purchase price, and then I can easily pass French customs with the antique artworks and return to New York! "
Martinez and the others were completely silly. They looked at Ye Tian, who was utterly eloquent and triumphant, as if looking at a monster!
It took a long time for these French guys to come back to their senses, and immediately started to sigh.
"Oh my God! Steven, you guy is really cunning to the extreme. Not only the hapless antique dealers at the St. Touín flea market, but the French government has also been calculated by you! It is terrible!"
"Is there anything you can't think of? Steven, it's no wonder that you guy has become a super rich man. This is all for a reason. I'm convinced!"
After a sigh of emotion, the mood of these French guys calmed down a little.
Immediately afterwards, Martinez spoke again:
"Well, Steven, it seems that we can only wait for you to transport these antique artworks back to New York, and then trade with you. When are you going to transport these antique artworks?"
"I am not going to personally transport these antique artworks back to New York. Representatives from several major auction houses in New York will arrive in Paris tomorrow, including Sotheby's, Christie's, and Bonhams!
In addition to the representatives of several major auction houses, there are also representatives of two art insurance companies. I will complete the entrusted auction process in Paris and entrust these antique artworks to the three major auction houses!
After completing the entrusted auction process, how to safely transport these antique artworks back to New York requires the three major auction houses and two insurance companies to use their brains. We will continue our journey in Europe! "
Ye Tian smiled and said his plan, he didn't intend to hide it, and there was nothing to hide!
Unsurprisingly, Martinez and the others were stunned again, each of them stared round, and their eyes were about to fly out!
A few seconds later, Benova said with emotion:
"Steven, you guys are so savvy! In this way, you will pass all the risks to the three major auction houses and two art insurance companies, but you are fine!"
"Bingo! That's what it means. Since the three major auction houses and art insurance companies want to make money, they have to pay a certain price. There is no free lunch in the world!"
Ye Tian said with a triumphant smile, and gently waved his fist.
Seeing his triumphant expression, the French guys at the scene were secretly surprised, and their eyes were filled with jealousy.
Steven's thoughts are so meticulous, no one should think about him unless he is tired of life, just like the pink panther scum before!
After a short pause, Martinez continued:
"Don't talk about it, Steven, when will the transaction between us take place? When are you going to go to the Guimei Museum to select the collection of Chinese antique art? It will be exchanged for Queen Mary's jewelry!"
"Our Palace of Fontainebleau is also ready and welcomes you at any time, Steven!"
Benova continued, his tone full of expectation.
Ye Tian glanced at the two French colleagues, then smiled and said:
"Don't worry, gentlemen, when I finish processing the antique art purchased from the Santouan Flea Market, I will go to the Guimet Museum and the Fontainebleau Palace. It will not take a few days!"
"Well, we are waiting for your call. We look forward to seeing those jewels of Queen Mary!"
Martinez nodded in response, and Benova nodded in response.
Afterwards ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ everyone chatted for a while, and these French guys left and went back to their homes.
When leaving the hotel, each of them was still very excited and sighed along the way!
Sending away these old French friends, Ye Tian and Betty began to wash, ready to rest!
At the same time, the floor they are on has also entered the highest alert state!
Matisse and the others are fully armed, ready to respond to emergencies at any time.
Ye Tian himself is the same. He put the G36C short assault rifle on the ground beside the bed, and he can get it with his hands. He and Betty's Kevlar body armor are also within reach!
Everything was ready, he and Betty went to bed to rest, ready to end this extremely perfect day!
The night sky of Paris outside the window is now starry and beautiful!
But under this beautiful night sky, there are a few happy and sad, some are enjoying the joy of success, some are awake at night, suffering in pain!
