Move-Up Buyers Get Ready!! - 10/29/09 09:39 PM
That's right move-up buyers...get ready!!
We've all been wondering- when will move-up buyers get a tax credit like first time homebuyers. I mean- does it really take a genius to figure out that opening the tax credit to experienced homeowners would be incredibly beneficial to the real estate market... and thus the economy is return.
Well your time may be here!
Included in the latest proposal in Congress is the addition of a reduced($6500) credit for homeowners who have been in their home atleast 5 years.
This is probably bigger news than the actual proposed credit extension itself. This sets … (5 comments)

The Skinny on the Proposed Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension - 10/29/09 09:01 PM
OK...so if you're in the market for a home... you've certainly been made aware of the Homebuyer Tax Credit that is scheduled to expire on November 30. I mean...if you are a first-time homebuyer- you cannot overlook the $8,000 in FREE money the government is offering you just to buy a house. So whats the skinny on the proposed extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit?
THIS HAS NOT YET BEEN APPROVED...
This is still in proposal form. If you are looking for a home- move quickly...there is no guaranty this will be signed. Dont miss the November 30 deadline because you … (0 comments)

Bay Quarter Shores Waterfront Community-Potomac River Waterfront - 10/18/09 04:51 PM
This Potomac River Waterfront Community is Truly Unique
 
Tucked away behind the cornfields of the rural Northern Neck farmlands in Northumberland County, Va is a Potomac River waterfront community like no other. Bay Quarter Shores is located right at the mouth of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay- giving many waterfront residents endless views of both the Bay and the River.  The community is situated between Cod Creek, Presley Creek and the Potomac. This gives the neighborhood a unique variety of waterfront and water access homes and lots that span a wide price spectrum. Currently there are homes from … (2 comments)

King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision September 2009 - 10/14/09 09:19 PM
Here is a breakdown of real estate homes sales in King William County, Virginia for the month broken down by subdivision. Just click on the link to your subdivision for the complete breakdown of what the average of homes that are on the market, how long they have been on the market, how many have sold, what their average price was, and how long they were on the market. 
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar … (0 comments)

King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Venter Heights) September 2009 - 10/14/09 09:01 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Venter Heights. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Venter Heights subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Oak Springs and Rosewood Estates) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:49 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Oak Springs and Rosewood Estates. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Oak Springs and Rosewood Estates subdivisions of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(McCauley Park) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:41 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like McCauley Park. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the McCauley Park subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Marle Hills) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:33 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Marle Hills. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Marle Hills subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Manquin Farms) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:22 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Manquin Farms. The subdivision is located off Manfield Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Manquin Farms subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Kennington) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:14 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Kennington. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Kennington subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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King William County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Central Crossing) September 2009 - 10/14/09 08:05 PM
King William County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Central Crossing. The subdivision is located in the Central Garage area of King William.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Central Crossing subdivision of King William County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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PRICE REDUCED!!! - 10/13/09 09:41 PM
Mike Hogan
(804)503-0811
mike@pioneerreaty1.com
$189,950
PRICE REDUCED!!!You really need to see this STUNNING renovation in the heart of Historic Church Hill that offers an exciting mixture of historic features and modern luxury. This home features totally rebuilt porches; all new wood floors downstairs; new kitchen with stainless appliances, recessed and pendant lights; Four bedrooms; THREE brand new full baths with ceramic tile flooring; Dual Zone heat pumps; New energy efficient windows and a gorgeous backyard with shed that can easily be converted into a one car garage. With three bedrooms and a two full baths upstairs and one bedroom with a … (3 comments)

Historic and Green...A stunning combination in Richmond's Church Hill. - 10/13/09 09:27 PM
Stunning Historic and GREEN renovation in the St. John's Historic District of Church Hill. This historic home, c. 1900, was just professionally renovated from the studs out with emphasis on maintaining the home's original detail while incorporating GREEN building techniques. Recent improvements include: new hybrid HVAC system, new tankless water heater, new upscale kitchen with Bosch Appliances, new master bath steam shower, new Dual-Flush toilets in all bathrooms, refinished original clawfoot tub, new rolled rubber roof, new insulation, rainwater harvesting system, No-VOC interior paint, professionally restored front windows with 'old glass' and new Low-e historically correct windows throughout the rest of … (0 comments)

Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision September 2009 - 10/12/09 03:47 PM
Here is a breakdown of real estate homes sales in Eastern Henrico County, Virginia for the month broken down by subdivision. Just click on the link to your subdivision for the complete breakdown of what the average of homes that are on the market, how long they have been on the market, how many have sold, what their average price was, and how long they were on the market. 
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar … (0 comments)

Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Settler's Ridge) September 2009 - 10/12/09 02:27 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Settlers Ridge. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico on Laburnum Avenue south of New Market Road.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Settlers Ridge subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Montezuma Gardens and Oak Hill) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:33 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Montezuma Gardens and Oak Hill. The subdivisions are located in Eastern Henrico on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Montezuma Gardens and Oak Hill subdivisions of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Hillcrest Farms) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:28 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Hillcrest Farms. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico on Creighton Road
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Hillcrest Farms subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Hechler Village) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:23 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Hechler Village. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico  near the intersection of Nine Mile Rd and Laburnum Avenue.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Hechler Village subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Eagles Nest) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:19 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Eagles Nest. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico on Darbytown Road.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Eagles Nest subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Clarendon Woods) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:12 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Clarendon Woods. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico West of the intersection of Laburnum Ave and Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Clarendon Woods subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Four Mile Run) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:08 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Four Mile Run. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico West of the intersection of Laburnum Ave and Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Four Mile Run subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(East Highland Park) September 2009 - 10/12/09 01:02 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like East Highland Park. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico West of the intersection of Laburnum Ave and Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the East Highland Parl subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Eastern Henrico County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision(Central Gardens) September 2009 - 10/12/09 12:44 PM
Eastern Henrico County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Central Gardens. The subdivision is located in Eastern Henrico just off Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Central Gardens subdivision of Eastern Henrico County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales by Subdivision September 2009 - 10/11/09 08:57 PM
Here is a breakdown of real estate homes sales in Hanover County, Virginia for the month broken down by subdivision. Just click on the link to your subdivision for the complete breakdown of what the average of homes that are on the market, how long they have been on the market, how many have sold, what their average price was, and how long they were on the market. 


 For a complete list of homes for sale in Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in … (0 comments)

Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Ash Creek Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 11:07 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Ash Creek. The subdivision is located in the Northern Part part of the county off New Ashcake Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Ash Creek subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Kings Charter Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 10:39 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Kings Charter. The subdivision is located in the Northern Part part of the county off Sliding Hill Rd
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Kings Charter subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Sherrington Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 10:31 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Sherrington. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county between Pole Green Rd and Lee-Davis Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Sherrington subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Scot's Landing Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 10:21 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Scot's Landing. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county off Studley Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Scot's Landing subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Pebble Creek Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 10:08 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Pebble Creek. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county off Mechanicsville Turnpike.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Pebble Creek subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Oakley Hill Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 10:01 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Oakley Hill. The subdivision is located in the Central part of the county off Walnut Grove Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Oakley Hill subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Lindsay Meadows Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 09:54 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Lindsay Meadows. The subdivision is located in the Central part of the county off Rural Point Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Lindsay Meadows subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Laurel Meadows Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 09:42 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Laurel Meadows. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county off Pole Green Rd.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Laurel Meadows subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(High Point Farms) September 2009 - 10/10/09 09:28 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like High Point Farms. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county off Cold Hard Rd. 
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the High Point Farms subdivision of Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Christian Ridge Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 09:16 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Christian Ridge. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county off Old Church Rd. 
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Christian Ridge Neighborhood of  Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Bluffs at Bell Creek Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 08:55 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Bluffs at Bell Creek. The subdivision is located in the Eastern part of the county on Verdi Ln off Pole Green Road. 
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Bluffs of Bell Creek subdivision of  Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
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Hanover County, Virginia Home Sales(Battlefield Green Subdivision) September 2009 - 10/10/09 08:40 PM
Hanover County sales have been strong this year due largely in part to neighborhoods like Battlefield Green. Battlefield Green is located in the Eastern part of the county between Mechanicsville Turnpike and Pole Green Road.
 
 For a complete list of homes for sale in the Battlefield Green Neighborhood of  Hanover County, VA please call or Click here, to request an update.If you are interested in selling your home for top dollar in the quickest amount of time, please contact me anytime at 804-503-0811 or Click here to send me an e-mail requesting further information.
 
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Richmond Va Sales Remain Solid in September - 10/10/09 05:38 PM
The Richmond Metro area suprisingly saw a slight 5% decrease in month to month sales in September. The market "felt" active in September as buyers were scrambling to beat the November 30th deadline for the Homebuyer Tax Credit. We continued the positive year over year sales trend with a 15% increase in sales from last year at this time.
As expected, Days on Market nosedived to 67 days in September. Overall- the market in Richmond continues to improve as mortgage rates remain at historically low levels and home price affordability has improved dramatically. Even as we move into the historically slower … (0 comments)

What to Expect When You Live on the Water - 10/10/09 04:52 PM
What to Expect When You Live on the Water  
Ahhh the sites, sounds and smells of waterfront living. We all love it...the sand between your toes...the sounds of the water crashing over the rip rap...the smell of the salt air. All of the combined with the crazy low prices we are seeing today and you might just be tempted to jump in the deep in and pick up your own little piece of heaven.   Before you make that leap however... you need to know what to expect when you live on the water.
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10 Tips for Buying a Waterfront Home in Virginia's Northern Neck - 10/09/09 11:04 PM
10 Tips for Buying a Waterfront Home in Virginia's Northern Neck
   Buying a home is complicated process...from applying for financing...to choosing an agent... to the closing process. But when you add another variable...waterfront...in there the complications increase. Here are 10 tips for buying a waterfront home in Virginia's Northern Neck.  

#1   Find a Real Estate Agent who knows waterfront property. Even better if they own a waterfront home themselves. Most agents know real estate but don't know the intricacies of waterfront properties.  
#2   Know what you want...  So you want a beach? Do you want access to … (7 comments)

 
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Author Bio: Mike Hogan (@RVArealtor), is a Central Virginia Real Estate Broker that understands the business of real estate. Having earned his MBA with a focus on marketing, there is no better choice to help market your biggest investment. Using “old school” marketing techniques combined with cutting edge social media and electronic media marketing, Mike has developed a process for marketing your home, investment property or waterfront home.

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