Kim Byung-ok Shares Experience of Selling Home Amid Financial Crisis on '가보자GO 시즌4'
On the latest episode of MBN's 가보자GO 시즌4, actor Kim Byung-ok, known for his roles as a villain, opened up about his experience selling a home he won in a housing lottery during the financial turmoil caused by the Lehman Brothers crisis.
Kim, who hails from Bucheon, shared, "I've lived here almost my entire life." His home featured a minimalist design that caught viewers' attention. He humorously described himself as a 'jeonse refugee,' having moved around the Bucheon area for over two years.
Having applied for an apartment lottery for over 20 years, Kim finally won a spot. He recounted, "I treated my friends to a meal when I won, but then the Lehman crisis hit." He explained the financial strain he faced, stating, "I struggled to pay the interest, and it seemed like I would end up in auction. I had to sell at a loss, around 300 million won." His revelation surprised everyone on the show.