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		<title>Bad Credit Recovery</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:47:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jessica Kelly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Consumers have leant their attention on bad credit a great deal in the present. It pressures the world into a drastic position in terms of its economy and financial stability. It furthermore has a great ability of crushing consumers to an unwanted option named 'bankruptcy' and therefore it has become a measure that has demanded attention from people.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Consumers have leant their attention on bad credit a great deal in the present. It pressures the world into a drastic position in terms of its economy and financial stability. It furthermore has a great ability of crushing consumers to an unwanted option named &#8216;bankruptcy&#8217; and therefore it has become a measure that has demanded attention from people.  </p>
<p>Fortunately, there are some strategies like debt settlement which have helped consumers get out of their worries to a fine extent. Even though consumers are not eligible for schemes like general loans of banks as well as finding easy apartments, through bad credit loans it is really possible for them to gain some sort of backup in order to eliminate their worries along with their debts.  </p>
<p>Bad credit loans vary as secured as well as unsecured loan schemes and secured loans demand a security asset which belongs to consumers as a requirement for the sum. But, unsecured are completely different from this as they don&#8217;t request anything such from consumers. Though these loan schemes own high interest rates, they are constantly picked by consumers in order to support them in tough times. </p>
<p>Once you fill up a form through the World Wide Web, you are eligible for these benefits that are provided through a service provider. As lenders invest on service providers, consumers are offered with great benefits. Here, you are expected to type some relevant information about your loan as well as your employment history. Once you are through, you will be on your way for a great relief over your itching situation. But, you need to pay back this sum as agreed on your payday.  </p>
<p>Once may understand that consumers today are offered with great benefits today as a result of the wide range of relief methods. So, raising your head is certainly not a difficult situation when it comes to the practical atmosphere in terms of bad credit relief today.</p>
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		<title>Combating Bad Credit</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:05:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andrew Maxfield</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bad credit is a situation that is hated today as it is vastly recognized as a position which confronts huge problems on consumers. Once a consumer is down with a poor credit rating, it is named as bad credit. Here, many facts have a grip over this issue. The best example is the world economic crisis today.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bad credit is a situation that is hated today as it is vastly recognized as a position which confronts huge problems on consumers. Once a consumer is down with a poor credit rating, it is named as bad credit. Here, many facts have a grip over this issue. The best example is the world economic crisis today.</p>
<p>As a result of it, consumers today have thought twice before they make payments though unfortunately some have ended up in bankruptcy which is a result of overwhelming expenditure. When consumers are unable to pay back their huge debts, their creditors will eventually seek the assistance of the court. Creditors will take you to courts and demand for a statement of bankruptcy to be filed on you.</p>
<p>This is a drastic situation when it comes to consumer economy as thereafter it will be a steep downfall for them. But, today the world has seen a great fight back in massive debts through strategies like debt settlement. Also, though consumers are greatly affected in debts and rejected in providing loans and apartments, bad credit loans and related strategies serve them the best.</p>
<p>Through a secured and unsecured strategy, bad credit loans are offered to consumers under service providers. As a result of the lenders who invest in these schemes, this has become a very much practical method. So, you should consider about a loan in case you are affected by bad credit. Under a secured or unsecured form, consumers are able to select their way of relief. Here, it is mandatory to state that a secured loan will request an asset which belongs to you before it releases your sum as a security over it. But, an unsecured policy will be achievable as it doesn&#8217;t carry such requirements. That makes it the easiest of the two.</p>
<p>Once you are through with such strategies, you will be able to receive great benefits. After you are in tact with an unsecured loan scheme, you may pay back your debts as agreed on your payday and finally, one may feel that this is a fabulous strategy to hold upon in terms of relief.</p>
<p>If you suffer from bad credit you may be interested in <a href='http://www.badcreditmobilecontract.co.uk/'>bad credit mobile contracts</a> and <a href='http://www.poorcreditmobilephones.co.uk/'>poor credit mobile phones</a>.</p>
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		<title>Recovering From Bad Credit</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jonathan Davis</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Having bad credit is a financial situation which is dreaded by many consumers, especially due to the many problems caused by the world economic crisis. Today consumers are fortunate enough in terms of bad credit because under the new trends, it has become possible to eliminate bad credit so that the consumer is in a much better position financially. Providing you are willing to take tough decisions, all is not lost if you have bad credit.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Having bad credit is a financial situation which is dreaded by many consumers, especially due to the many problems caused by the world economic crisis. Today consumers are fortunate enough in terms of bad credit because under the new trends, it has become possible to eliminate bad credit so that the consumer is in a much better position financially. Providing you are willing to take tough decisions, all is not lost if you have bad credit.</p>
<p>Here, it is important that consumers understand the risks of bad credit. Also, it is important to understand that eliminating bad credit keeps away its risks in confronting consumers a hard time. If a consumer is careful when spending, it becomes the best way of getting rid of the risks confronted by bad credit. So, many are often advised to think carefully before spending unnecessarily.</p>
<p>It is always safe to eliminate your bad credit because once you are crushed by them, it will certainly take a long time to recover and therefore it will not be a high ride of success. It is true that debt wrapped consumers are left with relief option like bad credit loans, but none of them can match the benefits enjoyed by general consumers.  </p>
<p>These bad credit loans will be offered under secured and unsecured terms and the latter is easy to comprehend. But, as it is obtained by consumers who are down in their financial situation, the interest rates of these loan schemes are comparatively high. Through such terms consumers are certainly to feel the heat of being left alone.  </p>
<p>As a result, eliminating risks before they capitalize is very important for consumers. Furthermore, the social reputation of consumers is ruined once they take bankruptcy. Through these disadvantages of bad credit, consumers are pushed to think about the ways that can help them get rid of their worries forwarded by bad credit.</p>
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		<title>Creating A Helpful Strategy For Renting An Apartment</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:37:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jesse Bell</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To rent an apartment is one decision that has a long-term impact, and to find the most suitable one is a tall order. Just like the majority of apartment seekers, you certainly want to find one that will meet your needs and still be affordable to you. Some useful tips can help you in your quest.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To rent an apartment is one decision that has a long-term impact, and to find the most suitable one is a tall order. Just like the majority of apartment seekers, you certainly want to find one that will meet your needs and still be affordable to you. Some useful tips can help you in your quest.</p>
<p>Be sure you know what you are looking for before you start searching. For example, you should know how many bedrooms you need, the maximum distance you want to commute to work each day, and any other specifics that will help narrow down your apartment choices.</p>
<p>Using online search tool can help you find an apartment faster and easier. Online rental sites can also be a big help, since they almost always provide search features that you can use to find apartments that meet your criteria. Your local newspaper can also be a good source.</p>
<p>As soon as you have found a likely apartment, be sure to make a visit to the complex where it is located before viewing the apartment. By carefully observing and getting a feel of the area, you will avoid wasting valuable time viewing apartments that would turn out to be a poor choice.</p>
<p>Allow sufficient time to do a thorough assessment of an apartment on your priority list. Check for features that you are looking for, and evaluate it against those that you have already viewed.</p>
<p>If you own a cell phone, it can be helpful to try making a call from the apartment. After all, you don&#8217;t want to find out that your reception is bad after you move in.</p>
<p>Before signing any lease agreement, make sure you have a good grasp of all the details. Along with the owner or his representative, make a complete examination of the property, take photos and careful note of the apartment&#8217;s condition, and have all these documented before moving in.</p>
<p>After you have consummated the lease agreement, make the effort to abide by it. This will ensure you will not have a hard time getting back your security deposit when it is time to move out and end the contract.</p>
<p>The writer has been contributing articles pertaining to renting an apartment for the previous two years. In addition, the writer enjoys contributing information with respect to New York City real estate subjects, including <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/chinatown-apartments">Chinatown rentals</a> in addition to <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/hells-kitchen-apartments">Hells Kitchen apartments</a>.</p>
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		<title>Effective Advice For Subletting Your Home To A New Tenant</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:50:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arthur Grant</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Quite often, people who are renting their current home have to sublet it out. This is very common and can be explained by various reasons.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Quite often, people who are renting their current home have to sublet it out. This is very common and can be explained by various reasons.</p>
<p>For many people, they have to do this because their financial status has changed and they cannot afford their lease. Sometimes, people just have a spare room and they want someone else to move in to lower their costs.</p>
<p>Subletting is also an option for people who will be away for a few months, such as a long-term travel abroad for business or a school exchange program. By subletting to vacationers or short-term tenants, their monthly rent is covered and at the same time their home is not left empty for a long time.</p>
<p>If you are leaving for good and want to go before you lease runs out, subletting is the best option as it means they will not have to break their lease. Their place can be rented out to someone else for the rest of the lease, and they get the freedom to move on without any of the negative financial consequences of breaking the lease.</p>
<p>It is the tenant&#8217;s responsibility to confirm with the landlord whether subletting is permitted under the contract, and if so, to ask for his consent. This is an important step before planning to sublet and putting up the &#8220;For Rent&#8217; sign.</p>
<p>After securing the landlord&#8217;s permission, the resident must set out the specifics of the sublet before accommodating potential tenants. The monthly rent, security deposit and refund, rules regarding children, pets, guests, and provisions of the lease, have to be considered.</p>
<p>Asking for references from previous landlords and doing background verifications is an essential move to make before the new tenant is given the keys and full access to the apartment. It is also a good measure to get the landlord&#8217;s approval of the prospective tenant.</p>
<p>To be on the safe side, you need to have it all down on paper. Make sure to include how much rent is to be paid, what condition the property was in and any other vital elements of your agreement.</p>
<p>This writer has been publishing commentary with respect to subletting for the last seven years. In addition, this writer takes pleasure in publishing articles with respect to New York real estate subjects, such as <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/noho-apartments">NoHo rentals</a> along with <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/midtown-east-apartments">Midtown East apartment</a>.</p>
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		<title>Web-Related Tactics To Look For An Apartment</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2010 18:52:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jacob Reid</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In today's society, more people turn to the Internet to find their next home to purchase and looking for a rental apartment is no different. There are numerous tools online to aid people in finding the perfect apartment and the best thing is that most of these tools are free to use.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In today&#8217;s society, more people turn to the Internet to find their next home to purchase and looking for a rental apartment is no different. There are numerous tools online to aid people in finding the perfect apartment and the best thing is that most of these tools are free to use.</p>
<p>Among the online tool choices, Craigslist tends to be the most popular. There are also sites like MyNewPlace and HotPads that come in handy to find a new home.</p>
<p>You can also find special listing sites that are combinations of Craigslist and Google, like PadMapper, MyApartmentMap, and HousingMaps. What these sites do is take the information from the listing and they display this on Google Maps so that you can get a fully interactive experience when looking.</p>
<p>Some sites that may have a better outcome are ones that require a subscription. Most landlords list their available apartment space on these types of websites to guarantee they get only serious renters.</p>
<p>There are quite a lot of sites that enable RSS feeds along search lines. Therefore, as an extra weapon in your search, you can use a feed reader that lets you get all the latest feeds, sent to you on your phone, so you never miss out.</p>
<p>If you have a particular neighborhood in mind where you want to find an apartment, you should consider looking at newspapers in those areas. Copies of the newspapers can often be found online. Some landlords don&#8217;t use the other sites mentioned earlier, but can only be found in a newspaper.</p>
<p>Though not exclusively used for apartment hunting, Google Maps is nevertheless very useful. One will be able to know how to get to the apartment as well as see the layout of the neighborhood.</p>
<p>Online tools are becoming widely used when looking for an apartment. After you find places that interest you, it&#8217;s a good idea to see it in person.</p>
<p>This writer has been writing about the Web for the last seven years. Moreover, the writer is fond of contributing information with respect to New York real estate, including <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/flatiron-apartments">Flatiron apartments</a> as well as <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/turtle-bay-apartments">Turtle Bay real estate</a>.</p>
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		<title>Effective Tips For Subletting Your Home To A New Tenant</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 11:51:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brett Hayes</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You may wonder what to do with your home if you have to leave it for some time due to reasons like moving out of state temporarily, taking an extended vacation, or relocating for a new job. One option you can decide on is subletting your home to a new tenant.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You may wonder what to do with your home if you have to leave it for some time due to reasons like moving out of state temporarily, taking an extended vacation, or relocating for a new job. One option you can decide on is subletting your home to a new tenant.</p>
<p>Rather than selling, many people find subletting their homes a suitable solution under these circumstances. Subletting is a temporary option that will allow you some time to make a final decision on what to do with your property.</p>
<p>By subletting you are giving yourself the option of moving back in if things do not goes as planned. The other great thing is that it will help you develop your equity as basically, the tenant will be paying off any loan you have.</p>
<p>Local regulations in your area, if there is any may affect your plan to sublet your home. You can verify this by consulting with your local city officials or you may register as a landlord if regulations call for it.</p>
<p>Gather as much information as you can regarding rental prices for similar properties in the same location. You can set the rental price for your home based on this information.</p>
<p>Carefully make a background check on anybody who may sublet your home to ensure their character reliability. Doing so will reduce, if not eliminate, the possibility of encountering problems in the course of your subletting.</p>
<p>Keep and maintain an accurate record of payments and of repairs made to your property to avoid any confusion in the future. Whenever you enter the property, be sure to inform the tenant each time and always remember to respect their privacy.</p>
<p>Maintaining good communication with the person subletting your home is also important. This can be a good way of catching small problems before they turn into larger ones.</p>
<p>This author has been writing about renting homes for the past four years. Moreover, the author enjoys writing regarding NYC neighborhoods, including <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/carnegie-hill-apartments">Carnegie Hill rentals</a> in addition to <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/beekman-place-apartments">Beekman realty</a>.</p>
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		<title>A Bad Economy Can Facilitate Rental Negotiations With Your Landlord</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:43:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James Baker</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the current economic conditions, many people are experiencing difficulty in meeting their monthly expenses. Renters who were subject to pay cuts or have their businesses earning less than usual often look into their rent and see if they can negotiate for a rent decrease.</p>
<p>How to go about in negotiating for a rent decrease depends on the housing market in one&#8217;s area. It will also depend on the size of the apartment complex one is renting from. Generally speaking, smaller apartments where the landlords run the complex themselves are more flexible than apartments under a management company.</p>
<p>Therefore, to begin with, before you start negotiating you need to find out who you should talk to, and be positive that the person you do talk to has the power to actually drop your rent.</p>
<p>After this, you should look around your area. Find out what the going rate is, as this will give you some power in the negotiations.</p>
<p>You may find that rents in the area have dropped recently, so that during negotiations, you could tell your landlord that you could easily find a cheaper place now. Though this may be time consuming, having some figures to tell the landlord will give you the upper hand in the negotiating process.</p>
<p>Also, you should tell them that the motivation for you trying to get a lower rent is that your financial position has changed. Emphasize what a good tenant you have been and how well you have maintained your unit.</p>
<p>In doing this, you will show them that the best option for them is lowering your rent, rather than them having to find a new tenant. They know that this can be a time consuming and difficult process.</p>
<p>Negotiating with a current tenant that is responsible and always pays on time is a much more appealing option than trying to get a new one.</p>
<p>This author has been publishing commentary about negotiation for the last seven years. Furthermore, this individual takes pleasure in providing knowledge regarding NYC real estate, including <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/battery-park-city-apartments">Battery Park City apartments</a> in addition to <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/murray-hill-apartments">apartments in Murray Hill</a>.</p>
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		<title>The Benefits Of Solid Public Transportation Near Your New Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:31:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mike Perry</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many different factors and features that you should take into consideration when purchasing a home. In addition to the usual criteria about the neighborhood, school systems, zoning laws, crime rates and overall community appeal, you should also inquire about the presence of public transportation.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many different factors and features that you should take into consideration when purchasing a home. In addition to the usual criteria about the neighborhood, school systems, zoning laws, crime rates and overall community appeal, you should also inquire about the presence of public transportation.</p>
<p>Today more than ever we face a global crisis when it comes to population and energy. In order to help the green movement, you should choose a location near public transportation.</p>
<p>There are many reasons why public transportation can be an important feature to consider. First, if you have children, having access to public transportation will be a great help, especially before they are able to drive.</p>
<p>By using public transportation, you can rest easy knowing your children are safe. This is especially true if your schedule does not allow you to drive them to places. When they grow into their teenage years and begin driving, they may just opt for public transportation if they want to save money on gas.</p>
<p>By making use of public transport you are also being environmentally sound. You will be helping out the planet just by catching the bus or riding on the subway.</p>
<p>Public transportation can also help to reduce stress levels, since you don&#8217;t have to worry about negotiating bumper-to-bumper traffic on your daily commute. Taking public transportation can even help to increase your productivity, since many people read or work on the bus or subway on their way into work.</p>
<p>Letting somebody else do the driving allows you to simply sit back and relax, which can be quite pleasant. Using public transportation is also generally very economical, and can actually save you money when you compare it to the combined cost of owning a vehicle, paying for insurance, and the necessary fuel costs.</p>
<p>The availability of public transportation is also a good indicator of community growth and overall health. If a community has good public transportation, they usually have other good systems available as well. Even if you don&#8217;t plan on taking the bus on a regular basis, finding a community that provides you with the option is a good idea.</p>
<p>The author has been contributing articles with respect to transportation for the past three years. In addition, the writer likes blogging on NYC neighborhoods, such as <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/little-italy-apartments">Little Italy rentals</a> as well as <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/hells-kitchen-apartments">Hells Kitchen apartments</a>.</p>
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		<title>Internet Tools For Selecting An Apartment Rental</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2010 12:09:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Henry Boyd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for an apartment rental using online tools can be much easier, faster and efficient than simply looking through the apartment listings in the local newspaper. By utilizing online tools, you can often find out detailed information about the apartments, view photos without the need to view the apartment in person, and do research regarding the neighborhood in which the apartment is located.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for an apartment rental using online tools can be much easier, faster and efficient than simply looking through the apartment listings in the local newspaper. By utilizing online tools, you can often find out detailed information about the apartments, view photos without the need to view the apartment in person, and do research regarding the neighborhood in which the apartment is located.</p>
<p>Using the internet can cut your apartment hunting time in half. When you think about the flexibility the internet provides us with, it truly is outstanding.</p>
<p>Using sites that list a wide variety of rental properties can be very helpful in regards to reviewing all the possible options. Sites such as rent.com and apartments.com allow a person to search through thousands of rental listings.</p>
<p>In addition to the search flexibility you will receive, you also get to browse through many photos. Whether you want to see what the walls look like or floors, or the view from the balcony; they provide these images for you. This is extremely time consuming as you no longer need to go to apartments you won&#8217;t find aesthetically pleasing.</p>
<p>As well as these extremely useful websites, there are other places you should visit. A great place to look is your neighborhood newspaper&#8217;s website, as doing this digitally can be better than looking in the real paper.</p>
<p>Classified ad sites such as Craigslist can also be useful when searching for an apartment. There are also sites that consolidate information from a variety of sources, such as PadMapper.com. These sites work in different ways, but many times use a Google map to show the availability of apartments in an area, pulling from multiple apartment listing and classified sites.</p>
<p>Even sites that don&#8217;t specialize in apartment searches can be useful tools during the apartment hunting process. For example, Google Maps can help you find out more information about a neighborhood that you may be considering.</p>
<p>These maps will also give you detailed instructions on how to get there and how to get to other places you may have to go from there, such as work or to your parents&#8217; place.</p>
<p>The author has been contributing articles about apartments for the past two years. Furthermore, this writer takes pleasure in writing about New York real estate, like <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/tudor-city-apartments">Tudor City apartments for rent</a> and <a href="http://www.wheretolivenext.com/turtle-bay-apartments">Turtle Bay apartments</a>.</p>
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