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HOMES • WATERFRONTS • LOTS • BUSINESSES TAKE ONEFREE
February 2012
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10 home selling tipsEasy ways to make your home moreattractive to potential buyers.
Getting ready to sell? Lastmonthwe fea-tured 5 of 10 selling tips, here are moreeasy, affordable staging tricks. Thesedeal-sealing changes will make yourhome attractive to the largest pool ofpotential buyers, and the best part is, youcan start at any stage in the game.
6- Put upmirrorsMake small rooms appear bigger anddark rooms seem brighter by adding anattractive wall mirror. A boxlike diningroom will benefit from a leaning floor
mirror and an entranceway more wel-coming with a console mirror.
7- Update porch hardwareIncrease your home’s curb appeal by up-dating the hardware on your front porch.Buy a doorknocker or bell, mailbox, kickplate, doorknob and lockset in a set or incomplementary styles. Brushed nickel isa neutral finish that will never date, whileoil-rubbed bronze is another favourite.
8-And the porch lightUpdate your porch light to coordinatewith the new hardware, if needed. Theydon’t have to be an exact match or evencome from the same period, but the fin-ishes and styles should look pleasing to-gether.
9- Spiff up the front yardRefresh your front yard according to theseason. In spring, summer and fall, trimback dead plants and foliage and plant at-tractive annuals or perennials inflowerbeds. In winter, keep the walkwayshoveled and cut back any tree or shrubbranches damaged by heavy snowfall. Apair of planters flanking the front doorand filledwith seasonal arrangements in-stantly conveys pride of ownership.
10- Tend the backyardSimple fix-its will make themost of yourexisting yard layout. Replace any dam-aged boards on your deck or fence, andapply a fresh coat of paint, or stain andsealant if the finish needs it. Weed andgroom your garden and add some peren-
nials for colour when in-season. If kids’toys are taking over the space, put somein storage.
Everyone seems to have specific ideas onwhen the right time is to sell, In Canada,weather and holidays do play a factor.Almost no one goes house huntingaround Christmas, and few give up theirsummer vacations. Nevertheless, thosewith school-aged children are less likelyto move during the school year andsummer is an ideal time! Good Luck anddon'tmiss the spring rush! Call one of the"Eastern Ontario Homes" Real EstateProfessional serving your region today!
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will help you navigate the myriad of decisions that arisewhen buying and selling a home. A REALTOR® providesvalue to the homeowner in many ways:
A qualified, competent REALTOR®
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• Pays for all marketing and advertising costs.
• Adds experience and expertise in all aspectsof the sales process including marketing,financing, negotiations and more.
• Handles all showings.
• Brings a network of known, trusted realestate professionals. If your REALTOR®
doesn’t have the answer, he or she likelyknows someone who does.
• Always has your interests in mind so youalways have someone on your side.
• Can handle and advise on all price andcontract negotiations.
• Provides you with all the possible optionsand opportunities without holding back.
• Gives an unbiased, realistic view of yourhome and your options.
• Unlike buyers and sellers, a REALTOR®
has no emotional attachment to property.
• Has the knowledge to help you ask the rightquestions.
• Being a third party, potential buyers are morelikely to tell your REALTOR® the truth aboutyour home, even if it is unflattering. Thisobjective viewpoint will help you make thenecessary changes to get your home sold.
• Your time is valuable. A REALTOR® allowsyou to spend your time how you want.
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ALEXANDRIA
(*) Sales Representative ~ (**) Broker ~ (***) Broker of Record
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ALEXANDRIA .......................................................3Apple Hill, Bainsville, Dalkeith, Glen Robertson, Green Valley, Laggan,Lancaster, Maxville, Williamstown
BROCKVILLE ......................................................4Athens, Delta, Lyn, Maitland, Mallorytown, North Augusta
CARLETON PLACE ........................................ NAAlmonte
CORNWALL ..................................................... 4-5Avonmore, Long Sault, Martintown, Monkland, Newington, St. Andrews,Summerstown
FARMS ............................................................ NAWATERFRONT................................................. NABUSINESS/COMMERCIAL .............................. NA
GGRREEEENN VVAALLLLEEYY$$339944,,550000
Four year old Menard-builtfarmhouse style home hasYesteryear Charm. Vintagetouches include built-in cabi-netry, 9' ceilings on the mainfloor & crown mouldingsthroughout. Floors are mostlywide-plank maple w/some slate& ceramic. Great room haskitchen/dining/living roomw/wood-burning fireplace, vin-tage-style kitchen cabinets &garden door access to exten-sive deck. Main floor is com-pleted by French-doored office.
RE/MAX CORNWALL REALTY INC
Anne Macdonald, BrokerOffice: 613-938-8100Direct: 613-525-1130
www.remax-cornwall.com
NN.. LLAANNCCAASSTTEERR$$116688,,000000
21115 Conc 9 RdBrick and vinyl, bright 3 bed-room side-split. Kitchen withoak cabinets and dining withpatio doors to deck and pool.Master with walk-in closet.Easy commute to Montreal andquick possession available!MLS# H3439
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MAXVILLE$299.000
Solid brick and metal exteriorbuilding built in 1971. HomeHardware store leased$1350/m +hst till april 2013with option. Store tenant alsopays 60% of heating plus elec-trical, water & sewer taxes.Second level was built in1992. Features 2-3 bdrm and1-1 bdrm appartment.$30.000net income.
For the connoisseur of finer living... Classic Victorian. Thishome offering living room adjoined by parlor with fire-place and large formal diningroom. The kitchen has all themodern conveniences offeringstainless steel appliance, floorto ceiling cabinets and granitecounters. The beautiful stair-well leads to 3 very spaciousbedrooms. The third levelgreets you with bonus sittingrm. and bdrm. Area for yourguests.
This 3 bedroom home locatedin Cornwall's Centre Town is well maintained, move-inready, has a new high efficiency gas furnace and central air unit (July 2011) and features a good sizedfenced rear yard. Don't missout on this opportunity to ownyour own home!
MAITLAND $499,900
Maitland Development property.Contact Mark Primeau Broker of Record
3 bdrm & 2.5 bthrm was "Show Home for Algonquin Trails". Kit open to F.R.,laundryrm,2 pc bthrm & a separate D.R. Mstr bdrmw enste & walk-in closet. Lrg rec rm andstorage,potential for 4th bdrm; lrg doublegarage w inside entry. Only mins toBrockville. MLS# 070600004502904
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BROCKVILLE$123,900
820 Laurier Blvd.MUST BE SOLD!Secured Building.Deluxe Unit. 2 Bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms.
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ATHENS $22,900
Bambi Marshall* 613-498-6393
Bonnie Zelicz Real Estate(613) 275-2070
www.bonniezeliczrealestate.com
13 Osborne Rd. Not to big! Not tosmall! It's just the right size... andwaiting for you to build the house ofyour dreams.Located only 20 mins.north of Brockville and a short distance off Hwy 29 and 10 mins. toAthens.
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GANANOQUE
MORRISBURG
Lovely spot 2.5 acres!Handy man, come see thisdiamond in the roughwhich needs your touch tomake this home sparkleonce again! Lrg L.R.&D.R.Second level :bthrm &washer/dryer hookups,original wood floors in the 3 bdrms; staircase to 3rdlevel. MLS# 083183604109900
LYNDHURST$118,500
Bonnie Zelicz Real Estate(613) 275-2070www.bonniezeliczrealestate.com
Bambi MarshallSales Representative
Direct: 613-498-6393
IROQUOIS $49,900 Each
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
www.mouse2yourhouse.com
2 River View LOTS across from Iroquois Golf Course available.
LOTS WITH VIEW!
HANESVILLE $104,900
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
www.mouse2yourhouse.com
This would make a great home for first timebuyers or those retiree's who want to gosouth in the winter but have some space inthe summer. Great flower gardens on approx 1 acrs. Updates include: shingles2009, furnace about 5 yrs ago, dble walledoil tank just installed w/15yr wrrnty.
IROQUOIS $174,900
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
www.mouse2yourhouse.com
BRAND NEW SEMI DETACHED!Incl Tarion Home Warranty! OpenKit/Liv area, 2 Bedrms, Call Dale fordetails.
IROQUOIS $224,900
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
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Really well kept 2+2 bedroom home in anew subdivision.Very open main floor withkitchen/dining/living rm designed to acco-modate any size crowd for entertaining. Atthe back of the house is the MBR plus sec-ond BR & main bath. Large mid-level foyerwith great closet space & access to garage.
IROQUOIS $249,900
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
www.mouse2yourhouse.com
Beautiful open design everyone loves in thisalmost new 3 + 1 BR 2 BA home withCentral Air Conditioning. Sitting on a quietcountry dead-end road surrounded by treesand nature. Great oak kitchen with a largeisland on MF along with dining rm/LR plus 3BR's and a master combo ensuite & laundry.
IIRROOQQUUOOIISS$$229988,,550000
Unbelievable value! Stonefaced 10 yr old custom 1600sfbungalow. Oversized attacheddouble + single garage for allyour toys & workshop dreams.Gorgeous finishes, open con-cept, master retreat with doorsto 900sf deck/pool/hot tub. Finished basement (except ceilings) - entertaining sizedrec room, 2 bedrooms &ensuite bath. WOW! Comesee!
Bonnie Zelicz Real Estate(613) 275-2070www.bonniezeliczrealestate.com
Bambi MarshallSales Representative
Direct: 613-498-6393
Impressive 2 storey STONE HOME!You will fall in love with its charm &character. This 4 bdrm & 1.5 bthrmshas a family rm for kids as well as awalk-up attic. Large eat-in kit allowsyou to cook & entertain at the sametime as well as enjoy the wood/stovefireplace. Located 3 mins from 416,your commute to Ottawa is 40 mins,Kemptville 20 mins, Prescott 10mins, Brockville 25 mins, and theinternational bridge to US only 20mins. MLS# 070170104003301
Located Between Embrun/Casselman, Gorgeous 3Bedrm, 4 Bath, Pool house,double att garage plus separate garage workshop,bordered by creek and totallyprivate, make us an offer now.
Dale Charbot** 613 652 2222
CARDINAL $295,900
Dale Charbot(613) 925-0505
www.mouse2yourhouse.com
Very well maintained investment propertyconsisting of 3 bldgs on one lot plus sepa-rate parking Lot. Current monthly rents are2 BR Bungalow rented @$525 ($550Feb/12), 4Plex (all 2 BR units) w/total rents@$1658 ($1733 Feb/12), a Triplex w/oneBR @ $366 ($400 Feb12), 2BR @ $396($426 Feb12) and a Hair Salon @ $260($300 Feb12).
BBRRIINNSSTTOONN$$332299,,000000
Spectacular! Picturesque set-ting on over 7 wooded acres.Amazing 4 level side split fea-tures over 1,650 square feet,cathedral ceilings, finishedlower level family room, mainfloor laundry, double attachedgarage, fireplace & so muchmore. This is truly living; 23year old home is very wellmaintained & shows beautiful-ly. Call for a look & furtherdetails today.
Jeff RogersDirector of Marketing & Client Relations
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Bonnie Zelicz Real Estate(613) 275-2070www.bonniezeliczrealestate.com
Bonnie ZeliczBroker of record613-275-2070
Current retail tenant.Tenant pays utilities: heat,electricity & water. Lots ofoff-street parking. 2ndlevel has 3 pc bathroomwith laundry, kitchen, 1bedroom & living room.Showings by appointmentonly through listing broker-age. Call Bonnie 613-275-2070
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Approx. 90,000 pine &spruce planted 25 yrsago. Approx. 3100ft.frontage twnshp rd.Hydro at rd & bk of prop.VTB w 10% dwnpymt wno credit check. MAKE AN OFFER!
HARLEM$279,500
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Bonnie ZeliczBroker of record613-275-2070
TOLEDO$289,000
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Bonnie ZeliczBroker of record613-275-2070
Updated log home on 83acres - cleared areas & hrwdtrees. Logs left exposed oninterior,zero clearance woodf/p w glass drs.Updated eat-in kit w slate tile bcksplsh &oak cabinets.2pc bth & mudrm on main level.Upstairs loftbdrm,4 pc bthrm 2 tub & sepshwr.Easy cln vinyl cladargon wndws, 200 amp, rfshingles 2011. Dry high bsmtw concrete flr; Huge 2 levelbarn/garage/ wrk
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MERRICKVILLE$278,500
Nicely landscaped,private 4.35 acres,
3 bedroom bungalow,2 full bathrooms,garage, only 10 yrsold and looks like
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ELGIN$348,888
Completely renovated 1100 sq ft 4-season bungalow on a peacefullake adjoining the Rideau Canalconnecting the St. Lawrence Riverto Ottawa-Park your boat at your30ft dock. Enjoy the ambience ofwood-burning fireplace in yourgrand room with vaulted ceilings asyou view the beautiful lake below-Home was gutted to studs in 2009:New vapour barrier-Gyproc-Windows-Drs-Hrdwd & Ceramicflooring-Custom lighting-25yr shin-gles-CanExel siding-2 new bathsensuite w/handicap acces. shower-Stunning kitchen cabinetry-Newpolyurethane insulation.Vritual tour: 402BrooksPoint.comInfo: aFantasticPlace.ca
Randy NorthSales RepresentativeOffice: 613-498-3113Direct: 613-340-0794
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118 FOURTH ST. E. UNIT 303, CORNWALL - $87,900Fully renovated 1 bdrm condo. All appliances included. Balcony.Storage & laundry on site. Building is handicap accessible and
conveniently located in downtown area. Call Reta 613-360-0595.
1111 & 1111A CUMBERLAND, CORNWALL - $68,900DUPLEX
Great for first time buyers, live in one & rent the other. Call Jim: 613-936-3860
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665 HAMILTON CRES., CORNWALL - $179,900Backing onto a bush, this Three Bedroom Bungalow with aninground pool offers a fenced-in yard with all the privacy of a
country property in the city.Many updates such as flooring andmore.This home is in move-in condition. Priced to Sell!
Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
412 CARLETON STREET, CORNWALL - $134,555Excellent home ,three bedrooms could be four, many renovationssome are the flooring, bathroom and more. All on a large fenced
in yard with an above ground pool. DON'T MISS THIS ONE!Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
NEWLISTING
507 ANTHONY ST., CORNWALL - $179,900This 3+1 brick bungalow features hardwood flooring, gas fireplace in LR,cathedral ceiling in DR & LR, rec room has bricked circular corner woodfireplace, wet bar, natural gas furnace, gas hot water tank, central air,
5 yr old inground pool with gas heater. Extra wide lot. Carport & garage.Reta Beauregard, Sales Rep. 613-360-0595SOLDSOLD
315 JARVIS, CORNWALL - $219,900All the updates are done, Move-in set up your furniture and entertain.
This large two story home shows pride of ownership.New central air. It is a joy to show .
Call today and you will be delighted at what you will see.Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
1800 CORNWALL CENTRE RD., CORNWALL
FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET BUILT BY THE OWNER WITHEIGHT INCH EXTERIER WALLS AND 400 AMP ELECTRIC
SERVICE ARE SOME OF THE EXTRAS YOU WILL FIND IN AWELL BUILT CUSTOM HOME 3 BEDROOM STONE BUNGALOWDOUBLE CLOSETS IN ALL BEDROOM ALL DOORS ARE SOLIDOAK 2 BEDROOM IN LAW SUITE WILL BE FINISHED PRIOR TOCLOSING WORK SHOP [GARAGE] 32X32F ATTACHED FROM
THE BACK OF THE HOUSE PLUS ATT.DOUBLE GARAGE SUNROOM 30X13F WITH PATIO DOORS TO PATIO DECK
HEATELATOR FIREPLACE IN LIVINGROOM.NOW $299,900
ATTENTION INVESTORS AND HANDYMEN! THEY NEED WORK, HAVE GREAT POTENTIAL AND GOOD INCOME!
764-766 YORK ST., CORNWALL2 BEDROOM DUPLEX. DOWNSTAIRS
APPROX. 1000 SQUARE FEET. UPSTAIRS750 SQUARE FEET. NEEDS A LITTLE TLC.
118 FOURTH ST. E. UNIT 303, CORNWALL - $87,900Fully renovated 1 bdrm condo. All appliances included. Balcony.Storage & laundry on site. Building is handicap accessible and
conveniently located in downtown area. Call Reta 613-360-0595.
1111 & 1111A CUMBERLAND, CORNWALL - $68,900DUPLEX
Great for first time buyers, live in one & rent the other. Call Jim: 613-936-3860
OWNERWANTS
THIS SOLD
665 HAMILTON CRES., CORNWALL - $179,900Backing onto a bush, this Three Bedroom Bungalow with aninground pool offers a fenced-in yard with all the privacy of a
country property in the city.Many updates such as flooring andmore.This home is in move-in condition. Priced to Sell!
Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
412 CARLETON STREET, CORNWALL - $134,555Excellent home ,three bedrooms could be four, many renovationssome are the flooring, bathroom and more. All on a large fenced
in yard with an above ground pool. DON'T MISS THIS ONE!Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
NEWLISTING
507 ANTHONY ST., CORNWALL - $179,900This 3+1 brick bungalow features hardwood flooring, gas fireplace in LR,cathedral ceiling in DR & LR, rec room has bricked circular corner woodfireplace, wet bar, natural gas furnace, gas hot water tank, central air,
5 yr old inground pool with gas heater. Extra wide lot. Carport & garage.Reta Beauregard, Sales Rep. 613-360-0595SOLDSOLD
315 JARVIS, CORNWALL - $219,900All the updates are done, Move-in set up your furniture and entertain.
This large two story home shows pride of ownership.New central air. It is a joy to show .
Call today and you will be delighted at what you will see.Jim Standing, Broker 613-936-3860
1800 CORNWALL CENTRE RD., CORNWALL
FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET BUILT BY THE OWNER WITHEIGHT INCH EXTERIER WALLS AND 400 AMP ELECTRIC
SERVICE ARE SOME OF THE EXTRAS YOU WILL FIND IN AWELL BUILT CUSTOM HOME 3 BEDROOM STONE BUNGALOWDOUBLE CLOSETS IN ALL BEDROOM ALL DOORS ARE SOLIDOAK 2 BEDROOM IN LAW SUITE WILL BE FINISHED PRIOR TOCLOSING WORK SHOP [GARAGE] 32X32F ATTACHED FROM
THE BACK OF THE HOUSE PLUS ATT.DOUBLE GARAGE SUNROOM 30X13F WITH PATIO DOORS TO PATIO DECK
HEATELATOR FIREPLACE IN LIVINGROOM.NOW $299,900
ATTENTION INVESTORS AND HANDYMEN! THEY NEED WORK, HAVE GREAT POTENTIAL AND GOOD INCOME!
764-766 YORK ST., CORNWALL2 BEDROOM DUPLEX. DOWNSTAIRS
APPROX. 1000 SQUARE FEET. UPSTAIRS750 SQUARE FEET. NEEDS A LITTLE TLC.
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Household Tips
Liz’ Tips
Liz’ TipsBy: Liz Quinn of Design’in-Mind Maximum Impact with Minimal InvestmentBrockville, Ontario
1. Reheat PizzaHeat up leftover pizza in a non-stickskillet on top of the stove, set heat tomed-low and heat till warm. Thiskeeps the crust crispy. No soggymicro pizza. I saw this on the cookingchannel and it really works. 2. Easy Devilled EggsPut cooked egg yolks in a zip lockbag. Seal, mash till they are all brokenup. Add remainder of ingredients,reseal, keep mashing it up mixingthoroughly, cut the tip of the baggy,squeeze mixture into egg. Just throwbag away when done easy clean up.3. Expanding FrostingWhen you buy a container of cakefrosting from the store, whip it withyour mixer for a few minutes. Youcan double it in size. You get to frostmore cake/cupcakes with the sameamount. You also eat less sugar andcalories per serving.4. Reheating refrigerated breadTo warm biscuits, pancakes, ormuffins that were refrigerated, placethem in a microwave with a cup ofwater. The increased moisture willkeep the food moist and help it reheatfaster.5. Newspaper weeds awayStart putting in your plants, work thenutrients in your soil. Wet newspapersput layers around the plants overlap-ping as you go cover with mulch andforget about weeds. Weeds will getthrough some gardening plastic theywill not get through wet newspapers.
6. Broken GlassUse a wet cotton ball or Q-tip to pickup the small shards of glass you can'tsee easily.7. No More MosquitoesPlace a dryer sheet in your pocket. Itwill keep the mosquitoes away (or sothey say!)8. Squirrel Away!To keep squirrels from eating yourplants sprinkle your plants withcayenne pepper. The cayenne pepperdoesn't hurt the plant and the squirrelswon't come near it.9. Flexible vacuumTo get something out of a heat regis-ter or under the fridge add an emptypaper towel roll or empty gift wraproll to your vacuum. It can be bent orflattened to get in narrow openings.10. Reducing Static ClingPin a small safety pin to the seam ofyour slip and you will not have aclingy skirt or dress. Same thingworks with slacks that cling whenwearing panty hose. Place pin in seamof slacks and * ta da! -- static is gone.11. Measuring CupsBefore you pour sticky substancesinto a measuring cup, fill with hotwater. Dump out the hot water, butdon't dry cup. ext, add your ingredi-ent, such as peanut butter, and watchhow easily it comes right out.12. Foggy Windshield?Hate foggy windshields? Buy a chalk-board eraser and keep it in the glove
box of your car. When the windowsfog, rub with the eraser! Works betterthan a cloth!13. Reopening envelopeIf you seal an envelope and then real-ize you forgot to include somethinginside , just place your sealed enve-lope in the freezer for an hour or two.Voila! It unseals easily14. ConditionerUse your hair conditioner to shaveyour legs. It's a lot cheaper than shav-ing cream and leaves your legs reallysmooth. It's also a great way to use upthe conditioner you bought but didn'tlike when you tried it in your hair...15. Goodbye Fruit FliesTo get rid of pesky fruit flies, take asmall glass fill it 1/2" with AppleCider Vinegar and 2 drops of dishwashing liquid, mix well. You willfind those flies drawn to the cup andgone forever!16. Get Rid of AntsPut small piles of cornmeal where yousee ants. They eat it, take it "home",can't digest it so it kills them. It maytake a week or so, especially if it rains,but it works & you don't have theworry about pets or small childrenbeing harmed!
Liz Quinn613-342-4141
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