Jun Ji Hyun Receives Criticism for Building Rental Costs Amidst the Corona Pandemic

Kapanlagi.com - A number of top Korean celebrities such as Won Bin and Lee Na Young have received praise for reducing building rental prices for their tenants by 50% during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not to be outdone, Jun Ji Hyun has also followed in the footsteps of these celebrities and reduced the rental price of her building.

Jun Ji Hyun is known as a major investor in the real estate field and owns three buildings reportedly worth 87 billion won (approximately Rp 1.1 trillion). She bought one of the buildings for 34 billion won (approximately Rp 432 billion) and made a substantial profit.

1. Actual Cost Reduction

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After receiving praise for the commendable action of reducing building rental prices during the pandemic, an exclusive report from Sports World (16/4) changed public perception of Jun Ji Hyun. In the report, it was revealed that Jun Ji Hyun only reduced the rental cost by 5% for one of her three buildings and also two store units owned by another business in a different building. This cost reduction only applies to those who are at risk of closing their businesses.

Another news source (13/4) mentioned that the two stores received a 10% cost reduction, while the other two businesses did not receive the same relief. One of these businesses closed down in early March.

2. Agency Statement

According to experts, it is not easy to negotiate with building owners because they can easily find new occupants. The building that houses this business is reportedly managed by Jun Ji Hyun's parents.

As reported by Allkpop, the agency stated that they cannot comment on any matters regarding Jun Ji Hyun's building rental issues. This is because building rental matters are Jun Ji Hyun's personal domain.

(all/rsp)