Charters Estate Agents
Winchester, SO23
4.3/5, 64 reviews
83% recommended
87% sales valuation accuracy
88% sales fee satisfaction

“Appalling Customer Service & Communication Skills...”

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Mar 15,2021
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By: 'Winchester Renter'
Mar 15,2021
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The letting agent ( Christina Grigor ) organising the viewings was lovely and communicated well - no complaints there. However, after it passed out of her hands and moved to the letting team once we confirmed we wanted the property, they were dreadful. Despite us chasing repeatedly to sign documents and pay the deposit (we were keen to get everything sorted in advance), we got vague responses back constantly. Eventually we were asked for funds at 17:00 on a Monday (one week before the move in date) and then said they were going on holiday for the rest of the week to please send the money quickly otherwise there may be delays. Great amount of notice! Despite sending within 30 minutes, no confirmation of receiving funds. No contact details of another representative to contact during the holiday. Had to chase the general phone number three days later to get any confirmation they have received the funds and were actually planning on sending us the lease (which we needed to apply for permit parking). Sent the incorrect lease, after we pointed out the error in dates, they then re-sent the same lease with no changes. Only received the lease to sign one day before we were meant to move in. Got told 'this is how things work, we are busy' - having been renting for seven years can say this is not how things have ever worked for me previously, but even if this was true so the blatant disregard towards us was extremely poor.

On the day we are meant to receive the keys, called at 9:00am for a clarify on if we were actually receiving the keys - all were busy, said they'd call back. Over an hour later, still no returned call, so had to chase again only to be told they were still waiting on stuff from the landlord so couldn't release the keys. Got the vague statement of "probably around lunchtime, will call you when we have more information" as if we are meant to wait all day for their beck and call. No apology.

Appalling customer service and communication skills. A shame, since the initial letting agent was so great! But seem to have taken on more work than their staff can handle and have taken on a zero accountability approach. They way they speak down to their clients is also shocking. Would give zero stars if possible, do not recommend!
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Charters Estate Agents
2 Jewry Street
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8RZ
(s)01962 830880 (l)0

Performance statistics
Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 87% 88% £149,950 £2,650,000
Review statistics
From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
10 1 2 4 27 2 14 1 0 3
Areas covered
  • SO20
  • SO21
  • SO22
  • SO23
  • SO53
Services offered
  • Sales
  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Home Builder
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“I waited ten weeks to move into a property in......”

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Nov 06,2024
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By: 'Chris'
Nov 06,2024
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I waited ten weeks to move into a property in August and asked Charters Lettings ((agent on behalf of Oakhill Properties (Leicester) Ltd)) to ensure the property was professionally cleaned. This was agreed in our contract and yet Charters completely failed to deliver on this. ...
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“Need to be careful...”

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Feb 02,2022
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By: 'LYH'
Feb 02,2022
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Need to be careful We live away from the property, so asked to find a tenant as well as manage it. It took months to find the new tenant, and the surprisingly electric bill we got for the empty period of the property, was more ...
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“Terrible. Avoid. Wasted time and let me down ......”

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Jun 15,2021
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By: 'not happy'
Jun 15,2021
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Terrible. Avoid. Wasted time and let me down completely. Not helpful at all. Didnt care. Will not be going back....
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“Appalling Customer Service & Communication Skills...”

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Mar 15,2021
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By: 'Winchester Renter'
Mar 15,2021
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The letting agent ( Christina Grigor ) organising the viewings was lovely and communicated well - no complaints there. However, after it passed out of her hands and moved to the letting team once we confirmed we wanted the property, they were dreadful. Despite us chasing repeatedly ...
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“Excellent all the way...”

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Mar 02,2021
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Nony
By: 'Pash'
Mar 02,2021
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Excellent service from Nony, Robert & Co. Used all their knowledge and expertise to navigate us through some difficult times as was not a straight forward sale and purchase. Both Nony and Robert worked long hours til late in the evening to make this happen so ...
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Very competitive
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“First Class service...”

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Mar 01,2021
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By: 'Tim'
Mar 01,2021
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Cannot thank all the team at Charters enough, from start to finish they kept us informed of the process, keeping both us as Landlords and the new Tenants in the loop. First class and will use again. We have since used the Romsey Branch for ...
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Fees right on the money.
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“Charters....”

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Sep 30,2020
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Eden
By: 'Annette'
Sep 30,2020
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We are in the process of buying a property through Charters in Winchester. We have met several of their staff and e mailed others. They have been extremely helpful throughout. We would like to offer special thanks to Eden Bravery Sales Manager who has been ...
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“Shockingly Bad!...”

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Jul 10,2020
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By: 'Kevin'
Jul 10,2020
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Very very poor! Such was their incompetence that I had to communicate directly with the buyer to get things done! Even when we did this, Charters still claimed they were "waiting for information" even though we had BOTH provided that information. Charters also have a ...
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“I have just sold a property with Charters Win......”

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Apr 20,2020
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Nony
By: 'Paul'
Apr 20,2020
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I have just sold a property with Charters Winchester. The whole experience couldn't have been smoother. The whole team are exceptional. Nony Kerr-Smiley and Peter Sterling were great in putting the property on the market and finding potential buyers. Jo Goddard was excellent in making ...
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“Purchased our family home through Charters an......”

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Mar 12,2020
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Elliot
By: 'Tim'
Mar 12,2020
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Purchased our family home through Charters and dealt with Nony and Elliot who were very helpful and professional throughout . The whole process was stress free and I can't recommended them enough . First class agents and you won't find better ....
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“Absolute sharks of estate agents, no professionalism or decency, and ......”

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Feb 09,2020
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By: 'Potential'
Feb 09,2020
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Absolute sharks of estate agents, no professionalism or decency, and a business model that is built on lies. You will only be contacted if they want something from you, otherwise they don't respond to phone calls or e-mails. I asked for updates from the vendor ...
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Average.
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“Every part of the renting process was very cl......”

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Aug 31,2019
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By: 'Teodora'
Aug 31,2019
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Every part of the renting process was very clear and I was kept up-to-date on my application process at all steps. Rebecca replied to any of my queries in a reasonable amount of time and helped through the whole process....
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“Friendly efficient service...”

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Aug 31,2019
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Nony
Jo
By: 'Chiara'
Aug 31,2019
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In a challenging housing market you need to know your agent is doing everything they can to attract the right buyers through your door, which is what Charters did. I never felt they were wasting time with unsuitable buyers/viewings. This is my third house ...
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Reasonable
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“Mr & Mrs Foxwell...”

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Jun 13,2019
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By: 'Robert'
Jun 13,2019
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I highly recommend Charters they had the most viewing out of two estate agents. They were always helpful courteous backed up by excellent communication skills constantly keeping us updated on viewings etc as a family via WhatsApp or phone and text. We will definitely sell ...
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“Third property...”

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Jun 03,2019
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Jo
By: 'Solent'
Jun 03,2019
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This is the third new property I have purchased through Charters and on all three occasions the level of service I have received from Jo has been very professional. Liaising between my solicitor and vendor and keeping me up to date with the sale. Any ...
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Good
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“House Sale...”

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May 14,2019
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Jo
By: 'Jane'
May 14,2019
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I am very impressed by the service given by the staff at Charters in Winchester. Jo kept me up to date with what was happening. She was unfailingly calm, efficient & reassuring when things got a bit stressful & was a pleasure to deal with....
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“A diligent & personal service...”

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Apr 24,2019
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By: 'Samuel'
Apr 24,2019
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Charters have acted for our business on numerous occasions and have always treated us, as well as our prospective purchasers, with the utmost respect and friendliness. All of the team at the Winchester branch are a credit to the wider Charters brand and I would ...
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“Outstanding Communication...”

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Apr 21,2019
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Jo
By: 'Dawn'
Apr 21,2019
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When a simple house purchase with no chain doesn't go to plan this is when Jo and the team at Charters show their true professionalism and outstanding skills. Jo was incredible at communicating with all parties involved and had the right knowledge to quick think ...
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Appropriate for all the work involved.
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“Mrs Samantha Parsons (Lettings)...”

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Apr 16,2019
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By: 'Sam'
Apr 16,2019
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Kathryn Dyer was an excellent introduction to my experience with Charters. She was keen to fit in with my busy schedule viewing your multiple properties in the area and was good in following up with after the viewings. Rebecca Mead has been fantastic supporting me ...
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I don't have a comparison. The experience of letting a property has a lot of initial costs, so of course another £500 on top seems a lot.
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“Excellent Lettings team service...”

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Apr 15,2019
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By: 'Caroline'
Apr 15,2019
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Due to my husband's job posting overseas, we've let our house in Hampshire three times in the last 5 Years using Charters in Winchester and we've had an excellent service each time. Their proactive work to Find new tenants, high level of communication, professionalism and attention ...
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“Jo was Fabulous!...”

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Apr 11,2019
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Jo
By: 'Sarah'
Apr 11,2019
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A complicated purchase from overseas meant that Jo had to keep the chain together when things got difficult. She kept us all informed, helped us remain calm and kept things progressing so that eventually we were ready to exchange and complete on our new home. ...
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“Wonderful Service...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Gary
By: 'Gavin'
Apr 10,2019
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What can I say two viewings and two offers from two great prospective tenants. Charters Lettings Dept in Winchester have been amazing! The back office professionalism has been amazing. Thank you again Charters!...
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Great fees for great service!
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“Always a top class service !!...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Nony
Jo
By: 'Connor'
Apr 10,2019
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I have used Charters not only to buy and sell my own private properties but also to help sell our companies properties. I have always received a top class service from Charters. Communication is key in Estate Agency and this is something they do incredibly ...
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“Thanks for all your help...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Nony
By: 'Rebecca'
Apr 10,2019
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I have once again been impressed with the professionalism of Charters. My parents wanted to sell their home and buy another one while on holiday for 10 weeks! The tackled the situation really well, identified a buyer, did the deal on the new property for my ...
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Most reasonable in comparison to other, local agents.
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“'Very Professional & Efficient'...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Gary
By: ''Bonny''
Apr 10,2019
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So grateful to Gary (and the Charters Team at Winchester) for their professional advice on the current rental market. Very impressed with the communication by email on viewing dates and times and the feedback calls after viewings....
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“Charters, Winchester Lettings...”

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Apr 10,2019
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By: 'Colin'
Apr 10,2019
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We use Charters to manage a rental property which we own. We find they provide an excellent service in all aspects from Marketing onwards. They have access to a team of trades people who efficiently and promptly handle all maintenance problems as they arise - ...
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Excellent
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“Professional, passionate and proactive...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Nony
Jo
By: 'Shorewood'
Apr 10,2019
4 people found
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We find Charters to be a proactive business who deliver results. We have worked with them for many years and are always left very satisfied with the service we are given....
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Good value for money.
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“A smooth stress free experience....”

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Apr 10,2019
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Lucy
By: 'Lydia'
Apr 10,2019
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Lucy is very professional and kept me fully informed throughout my whole experience with Charters. Nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend....
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“Service...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Gary
By: 'Matt'
Apr 10,2019
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Cant fault the service that Gary and his team at Charters has given me over the last week to help me let my two flats in Winchester. Would not hesitate to recommend them to any landlord....
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Good
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“Great service and hard working...”

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Apr 10,2019
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Oliver
By: 'Fran'
Apr 10,2019
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Charters Winchester sold our house in Otterbourne and did a fantastic job in a really tough market with the dreaded B word (Brexit) hanging over all of us. Ollie and his team worked really hard to find a buyer and we have now exchanged! I ...
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I think we got value for money. They worked really hard.
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