It’s time to Re-Think & Re-Consider,” says Perry & Co. Realtor Derek Rinetti regarding the current Denver real estate market.  Derek goes on to say: 

“Presently, market conditions are better than in the past as inventory is down, buyers are out shopping and homes are selling. While we continue to hear about “affordability” i.e. cost of money, is it the reason for the renewed market activity? Why or why not? Why are buyers seemingly more enthusiastic? Under the present conditions should a seller list now? One answer to the above questions is, BALANCE! I believe a large reason for the appearance of an uptick in sales activity has as much to do with “affordability” as it has to do with the lack of inventory. I trust what we are experiencing is a balance in our real estate market.

While most everything in the world is influenced by supply and demand, including real estate, the existing combination of affordable money and lack of supply has made it a good time for a homeowner to seriously re-consider the market. Where some sellers and brokers might feel we have turned the corner and prices will begin to come back, what they are not taking into consideration is while we enjoyed a long period of housing appreciation and subsequent decline, incomes did not just fail to keep up, but they went the opposite direction.

What I believe we are seeing and experiencing today is the development of an equilibrium between available housing (number of homes) and affordability (cost of money, incomes & home values are more aligned). Thus with the present market conditions, homes priced reflective of current market value & incomes, sell. Those homes listed based upon equity a homeowner wants to pull out of their sale or based upon values of the past, sit and languish.

“We don’t know what Spring has in store, but we do know inventory (supply) will increase and it may adversely impact the equilibrium sellers are enjoying today. So before one enters or re-enters the market they need to re-think the market, their approach and strategy.”


To whom it may concern,

It is our absolute pleasure to have an opportunity to recommend Courtney Ranson, a truly exceptional real estate broker.

It is rare in this day to find a person with impeccable work ethic and honesty, someone who possesses a sincere desire to strive and deliver exactly what her clients are searching for. She provides the highest quality of service, is extremely well versed of the real estate industry as a whole, and brings remarkable knowledge of the Denver market.

During our extensive search, Courtney diligently pursued to present us with endless opportunities always maintaining an enthusiastic approach. We decided to make an offer on what can only be described as “An extremely complex deal” due to the home being in foreclosure, attached to a bankruptcy and having over $2M in liens and judgments on the property. Courtney was extraordinary in her efforts negotiating complicated issues between all parties; brokers, bankers and attorneys, all the while maintaining focus to ensure our best interest.

We found Courtney to be a delight to work with and a professional in every sense of the word.

Most sincerely,

Joe T. & AnnMarie Walsh


Denver, Colorado Realtor Claire Averill of Perry & Co. was awarded the esteemed Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation and joins a worldwide network of elite global real estate practitioners with expertise in working with international clients as well as serving the growing multicultural population in the United States.

The CIPS Designation is awarded by the National Association of REALTORS, the world’s largest trade association representing over 1,000,000 REALTORS in the United States.

Members of the CIPS Network are crucial players in today’s global real estate market. The CIPS designation recognizes members who have achieved the necessary training and experience to work successfully with international clients and properties. To earn the CIPS designation, REALTORS complete rigorous coursework devoted to learning cultural differences and international business practices. Designees must also prove achievement in international real estate transactions. Claire Averill joins a distinguished society of over 2000 real estate professionals throughout the world who have earned the CIPS designation.

Averill has been working as a global Realtor® for the past few years working with clients from Italy, Australia and England. In addition, Perry & Co. supports all broker associates doing international business through their role as a Denver representative for Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, a consortium of 600 premier real estate firms with over 150,000 associates in 30+ countries.

For more information on the CIPS designation, visit www.realtor.org/global.


The following Letter of Commendation was sent to Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals regarding Eric Grauberger’s efforts in helping Mr. & Mrs. Engel sell their old home then find, and buy, a perfect new home in Denver.

Dear Managing Broker of Perry & Co.,

I’m writing to you today to sing the praises of our realtor and friend, Eric Grauberger. He sold our home of 40 years last spring and we closed Friday on our new home. It has been a long process for us, but we know that we were very lucky to have Eric on our team.

There is no way to describe our level of appreciation to him for his hard work on our behalf. He is absolutely the most professional person we have ever worked with. This was a difficult and emotional move for us. We were very much out of our comfort zone. Eric understood our unique situation and smoothed over all the rough edges. We were always assured that our needs were a top priority for him. Phone calls and emails were returned immediately. All questions were answered. I don’t know how we would have been able to move out of our family home without his continued guidance. Once we sold our home (he sold it in 43 days), we began the process of looking for a new one. Not once did Eric lose patience with us… but kept pursuing, always staying in touch and understanding our needs. And, of course, he found us the perfect place. We are so thrilled to finally be moving into our new home.

Many thanks to Perry & Co. and to Eric for his continued support. We will always be grateful.

Sincerely,
Barbara & Steve Engel


Perry & Co. Realtors officially launched its 40th Anniversary celebration at last night’s Preview Party for the Denver Botanic Gardens’ Plant Sale. “Celebrating Forty Years Of Extraordinary Customer Service To Our Real Estate Clients.”

“We thought it was fitting to start our 40th Anniversary celebrations at the Gardens, a special place for all of us at Perry & Co.,” said R. Don Larrance, CEO. Perry & Co. has been a sponsor of programs at the Denver Botanic Gardens for over a decade, and has hosted most of their client appreciation parties in the Gardens over the years. This is the second year in a row that Perry & Co. has sponsored the Plant Sale. The company is hosting a booth and giving away special seeded bookmarks with the company’s 40th Anniversary logo to visitors.

The company was started in 1971 when four real estate and insurance agents – Ken Perry, Don Larrance, Ed Talmadge and Ken Grunwald — split off from Bishop-Perry & Co. to continue doing business in Denver, while the rest of the company relocated to do business in Vail. The original downtown office was moved to Cherry Creek in 1976 and continues to be the headquarters for the company’s 65 agents, who work there and in Perry & Co.’s satellite retail showcase offices in Cherry Creek North and Greenwood Village.

Today Don Larrance is the sole proprietor of the company and has kept it locally-owned and privately-held since its establishment. In 2002, Don’s son, Jon Larrance, came into the company to upgrade the company’s website and overall technology. Today, Jon is the company’s COO & Relocation Director as well as keeping an eye on the company’s technology. “I certainly was approached over the years to sell, but I never found the right fit for our agents. I never found an offer that would continue our family-like culture,” said Don. “Now, with Jon at the company, not only is there our family-like culture to sustain, but a legacy, too. I’m proud of that.”

Asked the biggest difference to doing real estate today versus 40 years ago, Don Larrance said, “Paperwork!” He recalls that the contract to buy and sell real estate was one page long and the closing documents included one settlement sheet. Rules and regulations over the past 40 years have changed the process of buying and selling real estate but it’s the Internet that has dramatically changed how homes are marketed. The one thing that hasn’t changed? “Our desire to help people buy and sell homes. Real estate will always be about a relationship of trust between agent and client. I’m proud that our agents have their clients’ interests at the center of their business and that hasn’t changed at Perry & Co. in 40 years,” said Larrance.

Visitors to the Gardens over the Plant Sale weekend are invited to stop by the Perry & Co. booth, staged as an outdoor room, to meet an agent, share a story and pick up a seeded bookmark along with new plants for their garden.

For more information about Perry & Co. go to www.perryandco.com or call 303.399.7777. For stories about our 40 year history follow our blog and our Facebook Fanpage! 


Denver’s Perry & Co. Realtors unveiled their two new Home For Sale yardsign designs this week to rave reviews by clients, consumers and the real estate community. The new sign design that is getting the most attention is referred to by Perry & Co. representatives as the “Brochure Sign”.

The Brochure Sign is a revolution in the way real estate is presented: a large easy-to-read property brochure on a sign. The second new sign design is a reformatted version of Perry & Co.’s unique black and white company branding, however the Realtors’ name, phone number, property Quick Response (or QR) Code and Text “NOW” to 59559 are all printed on one sign – minimalizing the need to clutter the yardsign with multiple sign riders.

The new “Brochure Sign” is yet another step in Perry & Co.’s push to go GREEN and to be at the forefront of real estate marketing. In 1996, Perry & Co. was one of the very first real estate companies in Denver to launch a website. Last March, Perry & Co. was the first Denver real estate company to launch a company-wide text messaging property info solution (Text “NOW” to 59559). In April 2010, Perry & Co. was the first real estate company west of the Mississippi to incorporate QR Codes into their printed materials and yard presentations. In October, Perry & Co. presented the Showcase Card to Denver Metro homebuyers. And now, Perry & Co. unleashes its new look “Brochure Sign” to coincide with the Denver company’s year long 40th Anniversary Celebration.

The 24×30″ Brochure Sign, conceived and designed by Perry & Co. COO Jon Larrance, incorporates up to three 12×7″ high-resolution, professionally photographed, interior pictures of the home. Additionally, the standard information that is on most property brochures – number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, and special features – is included on the new sign as well.

“Although it’s true that Perry & Co. is currently developing a Mobile App and a mobile specific website to be released this summer, for most homebuyers our new sign will make all other methods for getting instant property information near archaic. In fact, with the advent of our Brochure Sign you could call the antiquated brochure box totally obsolete,” Jon Larrance said. “However, all current Perry & Co. systems do compliment each other. For example, if you are standing in front off a home that has one of the Brochure Signs and want even more info you can still scan the QR Code and/or text NOW to 59559. And as always, you can telephone the Listing Agent directly to get the info you want with a human touch.”

The Perry & Co. Brochure Sign is just one more method to reach the diverse needs of today’s home-buying population – an obvious, albeit unconventional, solution to the consumer’s demand for instant information.

Perry & Co. CEO R. Don Larrance stated, “Let’s face it, the paper brochure box in front of a home is a tremendous waste of money and natural resources, but people still want to see large interior photos and features close up.”

“And you could almost say the traditional real estate website is becoming passé as the percentage of people who access property information from a desktop computer is diminishing every day,” added Perry & Co. Director of Marketing Lorrie Grillo referring to Google Analytics reports that show mobile internet access now accounts for around 20% of all web traffic, and that number is growing rapidly. “That’s what makes our new Brochure Signs so great. Everything you need, without actually entering the home, is right there for the customer to see without using any high-tech gadgets.”

Conclusion: The new Perry & Co. Brochure Sign is truly innovative in its simplicity, and its visual appeal, to the tech-savvy and the traditional homebuyers alike.


Each year members of the Denver Board of Realtors® meet at their Roundtable of Excellence luncheon to celebrate real estate sales associates, managing brokers, staff and offices for their sales production and accomplishments during the previous year.

Perry & Co. Realtors won top honors for the sales production in the category of offices with 31 – 50 agents as the #1 Office in the Metro Denver area for 2010. In addition, Perry & Co.’s retail showcase offices won honors in their categories: #2 for offices with 6 – 10 agents and #4 for offices with 11 – 30 agents.

We’re so proud of our agents who worked so hard last year in one of the most trying economic periods for the real estate market nationwide,” said Heather Parness, President & Managing Broker. “Our agents continue to look ahead, stay positive and come to work every day – and it pays off. It’s wonderful to be recognized by our peers and win the top award as well as the being honored for the #2 and #4 winners in the other office categories.”

Many Perry & Co. agents were honored for their hard work and dedication with honors in the following categories:

Bronze (Sales production of $4 Million – $9,999,999)
Carla Bartell
David Browning
Gina Cornelison
Elizabeth (Betsy) Lutz
Amy Shonstrom
Cindy Webb

Silver (Sales production of $10 Million to $14,999,999)
Barb Perry
The Team of Karen Nichols & Sue Bickert

For more information about Perry & Co., please visit our website www.perryandco.com and/or visit us on Facebook.


Chuck Anderson celebrates 40 years in Denver real estate and 40 years with Perry & Co. “A Denver Tradition”.

What makes a legend? Epic stories of heroics, courage in the face of adversity, tenacity and longevity, humility and humor. We have a legend in our midst, and he’s still going strong. On October 31st, 2011, Charles “Chuck” Anderson celebrated his 40th year with Perry & Co. Chuck has been working with clients, and now their children, since he began his real estate career by joining a new Denver real estate company, Perry & Co., in 1971. That “new” entity celebrated its 40th Anniversary as a privately-held, locally-owned real estate company last month.

R. Don Larrance, Owner and CEO of Perry & Co. says, “Chuck has been a great asset to the company and a good friend for all these years. And I look forward to working with Chuck for many more years.”

A definite “people person”, Chuck was working as a buyer for the Denver Dry Goods department store (prior to Perry & Co.) where he found he had a talent for listening to his customers. His strong interest in design brought him to real estate where he found his passion and flourished. He considers himself a partner with his clients in finding and selling their homes. His strong repeat and referral business has kept him busy for four decades, and he’s sanguine about today’s market – because he’s seen it all!

In addition to selling real estate in the Denver Metro area, Chuck stays active in many community organizations – serving on the Boards for Big Brothers Big Sisters, United Way, Savio House, and the Denver Lions Club. His active lifestyle includes biking, tennis, sailing, roller-blading, gardening and duplicate Bridge playing.

His fellow Realtors and staff have this to say about Chuck:
Chuck is one of the most positive and supportive people I know. Ask him a question about anything and he’ll stop what he is doing, get up and go find the answer for you. I love Chuck!” – Karen Nichols, Associate Broker, Perry & Co.

I always look forward to seeing Chuck in the office – his warm greetings and generous smile make everyone feel welcome. I’m looking forward to seeing Chuck around Perry & Co. for a few more decades” – Carla Bartell, Associate Broker, Perry & Co.

Chuck can make you smile no matter what kind of day you are having. He’s caring, funny and smart. He’s one of my favorite people in the world!” – Lorrie Webb Grillo, Vice President of Marketing, Perry & Co.

I think Chuck knows every house in the city. If you ask him about a house on a particular block he’ll say, ‘Oh yea, west side, three houses down, red brick. Cute house. So-and-so lives there.’ He has tons of knowledge and experience, but it is his personality that we all truly love. On the rare occasion he doesn’t come into the office his presence is greatly missed. We love his boisterous greetings, funny jokes and burst of song. The company wouldn’t be the same without him.” – Jennifer Schell, Licensed Real Estate Assistant/Associate Broker, Perry & Co.


Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals, Denver, CO - perryandco.comThe following quotes have been used in the Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals Weekly Denver Realtor Sales Meeting Agendas. They are included in the weekly agenda in order to motivate company real estate agents and also illustrate the current economic situation in real estate. They are presented together here in chronological order beginning January 4, 2012.

Click here to see other year’s Motivational Quotes For Realtors.

What’s gonna work? Team work. What’s gonna work? Team work!”Wonder Pets

Success in real estate starts with believing you’re worthy of it.” – Matthew Ferrara

You cannot live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” – John Wooden, Basketball Coach

When I thought I couldn’t go on, I forced myself to keep going. My success is based on persistence, not luck.” – Estee Lauder

Who on earth do you think you are? A superstar? Well, right you are!” – John Lennon, Instant Karma

“Caring, it turns out, is a competitive advantage, and one that takes effort, not money.” – Seth Godin

Click here to see other year’s Motivational Quotes For Realtors.


The Perry & Co. Holiday Help List has been updated for 2011!
Everything you’ll need to know to have a great season is all right here (pass it along to all your holiday-stressed-out-host friends).

· Holiday Movie Times

· 2011 Top Gifts For Kids

· Holiday CocktailsClick here for Don Larrance’s Famous Eggnog recipe.

· College Football Bowls Schedule

· Prime Rib Recipes

· Goose Recipes

· Perfect Mashed Potatoes

· Challah Recipes

· Chocolate Fudge Recipes

· OpenTable Restaurant Reservations

· Top Rated Charities

· How To Cash In Your Colorado Lottery & Powerball Winnings

· How To Return a Gift To Amazon.com

· Colorado Ski Conditions

· Interstate Driving Forecast

· Denver Holiday Weather Forecast

Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals, Denver, CO - perryandco.comAll of us at Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals would like to wish you a Happy and Safe Holiday Season!

Chuck Anderson, Bonnie Arnold, Dagley Arnold, Claire Averill, Carla Bartell, Sue Bickert, Dave Browning, Michele Brumelle, Shelley Bryant, Tiffany Burke, Sandy Colling, Gina Cornelison, Biz Dominick, Petey Fletcher, Sally Gardenswartz, Diana Garrett, Lynne Gertz, Kathy O’Donnell Gibson, Brooke Granville, Eric Grauberger, Rene Harding, Sunny Henderson, Katie Hulings, Kim Hutchins, Ann Kennedy, Sarah King, Kim Kouba, Don Larrance, Jon Larrance, Corrie Lee, Kristi Lucas, Betsy Lutz, Michael Madsen, Colleen McGrath, Katie Nicholson Millice, Jeanne Moore, Karen Nichols, Louise Ninneman, Pam Parker, Heather Parness, Barb Perry, Ed Quinn, Courtney Ranson, Nicole Ridley, Derek Rinetti, Jodi Rogers, Amy Shonstrom, Boe Sullivan, Mary Sullivan-Ridge, Katie Thomas, Magi Trousdale, Cindy Webb, Mary Pat Wilson & Kat Zoefelt.


Denver, Colorado has more land area devoted to parks than any other major city – and Washington Park, Wash Park to us, is the jewel in our crown. Fields for team sports, courts for tennis teams, lakes for birds and miniature boats, top-of-the-line play equipment for the toddler-set, a walking/cycling loop, historic gardens – even a croquet lawn! And, surrounding this 165 acre green space are the homes and neighborhoods that make up one of Denver’s most vibrant urban centers.

The neighborhoods surrounding Washington Park include Wash Park, West Wash Park, Bonnie Brae, Belcaro, and Polo Club. They are served by three small commercial/retail areas right in the neighborhood – the Shops along University Boulevard, the Old South Gaylord street shops and the shops and restaurants at the intersection of Alameda & Downing.

[See Wash Park Homes For Sale Here]

Wash Park – Located between University and Virginia, Alameda and Louisiana, this area on the East side of Washington Park has beautiful older homes, many classic Denver squares and some Victorian beauties, too. The lots are large with well-maintained homes and landscaped yards. Within walking distance to the park, many of these homes have been remodeled, “popped” and given a second floor, and/or torn down and rebuilt. The lifestyle is “walking” – the dog, with the kids, to the ice-cream shop or for a cup of Joe. Everybody uses the park – and neighbors count on seeing each other rounding the loop, with the kids on the slide or throwing bread crumbs to the ducks.

West Wash Park – Situated between Downing and Logan, Alameda and Louisiana, this area on the West side of the Park also has older homes including the classic Squares and it also has bungalows, including duplexes, townhomes and high-rise condominiums. Closer to the activity along Downing Street, this side of the park has a slightly more urban vibe.

Bonnie Brae – On the east side of University is the neighborhood of Bonnie Brae – which means “pleasant hill” in Gaelic. The developer who oversaw the building of the neighborhood in the 1920s strived to recreate the aura of peaceful Scottish village. This neighborhood is known for its winding, curvy streets and charming, well-cared for homes in a variety of styles – Denver Squares and bungalows sit next to Georgian brick homes with shuttered windows nestled next to contemporary ranches with glass blocks. It’s a walking neighborhood with a quaint park in the center where neighbors gather on summer evenings. On the University side of the neighborhood is a Denver landmark, the Bonnie Brae Tavern – known city-wide for its fantastic pizza. And, the Eugene Field Library is a family favorite for all who live here.

Belcaro – Just east of Bonnie Brae and a straight line to Wash Park along Exposition Avenue, is Belcaro Park, once a considered a quiet suburb of downtown Denver, now a coveted central neighborhood. 1950s ranches on large lots with no sidewalks were the style back when but today the neighborhood has grown up. Some of those ranches still remain with their interiors substantially remodeled and re-shaped; others have been transformed into French Country mansions or large Georgian brick family homes or sleek contemporary homes. With mature trees, dense landscaping and large lots the neighborhood can easily contain and celebrate all styles. At the heart of Belcaro Park is the Phipps Mansion, an historically elegant mansion with brick tennis house and structured gardens currently owned and operated as a event facility by the University of Denver.

Polo Club – Once the home of the city elite’s polo fields, today this neighborhood is now fenced-in by a brick wall for a secure “club-like” setting with significant homes on very large lots accessed by winding streets reminiscent of country lanes. Each home is architecturally unique – showcasing individual homeowners’ lifestyles. With easy access off Exposition and Alameda, the area is close to Wash Park for outdoor living as well as the exclusive shopping in Cherry Creek North and central Denver’s Cherry Creek Shopping Mall.

Written by Perry & Co. VP/Director of Marketing Lorrie Grillo.


In the midst of the post Thanksgiving shopping frenzy, Denverites took time last week to remember the locally owned shopping choices they’ve got right here in town! Between the mild weather Denver often enjoys and the publicity around Saturday November 26th, Small Business Saturday resulted in a burst of holiday shoppers, walking their neighborhoods instead of driving to the big box stores.

Statistics show that a whopping 65% of revenues from local businesses return to the local ecomomy versus the 25% returned from national chains, but there are more reasons to shop local. The small locally owned boutiques and shops in Denver’s classic neighborhoods reflect local flair all year around, but are especially fun for holiday shopping. The one-of-kind more unique offerings at these shops are paired with friendly business owners that continue to build their businesses on good old-fashioned relationships with their shoppers. Their windows are always creatively dressed, and most offer special evening holiday events to bring even more festivity to the neighborhoods.

We’re so lucky to live in a city like Denver, because our neighborhoods center around small town business blocks. Those small local boutique stores give the neighborhoods character and are always worth starting your search in,” says Kim Kouba, Realtor at Perry & Co. “I love that the ladies at Talulah Jones on 17th and Kismet in the Highlands, know that my sister-in-law loves pink, and that sometimes I need a little gift too!”

Cherry Creek North of course is filled to the brim with shops, but spending the day in the Highlands area, or a few hours along 17th Avenue’s shopping and dining run out of downtown, is sure to bring a smile. Some of Kouba’s other favorites are 5 Green Boxes on South Pearl in Platte Park, Moss Pink on 23rd in Park Hill, Wildflowers on 12th and Madison in Congress Park, Naturally Loved in Stapleton, and Pink Attic Cat in the heart of Old Littleton.


At Perry & Co. we have a lot to be thankful for this year…  Thankful most of all for our 40 years in real estate and all the great Employees, Realtors & Clients who’ve been with us through the years.  Also thanks to our international real estate partners for their continued support and referrals! 

Here is our 2011 Thanksgiving Help List with all the important links you’ll need for your Thanksgiving Day preparations:

From all of us at Perry & Co., have a Happy & Healthy 2011 Thanksgiving!

turkeyChuck Anderson, Bonnie Arnold, Dagley Arnold, Claire Averill, Carla Bartell, Sue Bickert, Dave Browning, Michele Brumelle, Shelley Bryant, Tiffany Burke, Sandy Colling, Gina Cornelison, Biz Dominick, Petey Fletcher, Sally Gardenswartz, Diana Garrett, Lynne Gertz, Kathy O’Donnell Gibson, Brooke Granville, Eric Grauberger, Rene HardingSunny Henderson, Katie Hulings, Kim Hutchins, Ann Kennedy, Sarah KingKim Kouba, Don Larrance, Jon Larrance, Corrie Lee, Kristi Lucas, Betsy Lutz, Michael Madsen, Colleen McGrath, Katie Nicholson Millice, Jeanne Moore, Karen Nichols, Louise Ninneman, Pam Parker, Heather Parness, Barb Perry, Ed Quinn, Courtney Ranson, Nicole Ridley, Derek Rinetti, Jodi Rogers, Amy Shonstrom, Boe Sullivan, Mary Sullivan-Ridge, Katie Thomas, Magi Trousdale, Cindy Webb, Mary Pat Wilson & Kat Zoefelt.


The following Letter of Commendation was sent to Perry & Co. Real Estate Professionals regarding Carla Bartell‘s efforts in helping Ms. Lisa Appel find a perfect home in Denver.

Dear Managing Broker of Perry & Co.,

Thank you for your help leading up to my recent home purchase!

I want to let you know how incredibly happy I am to have worked with Carla Bartell on the purchase of my new home at 500 St. Paul!  Carla was a dream to work with. She was patient when I really needed patience, and she never pressured me, but she was always available when I was ready to move forward and encouraging when I was engaged. She understood my needs and wants in a home pretty much immediately, and I am so happy to have worked with her. I hope my connection with Carla continues and develops into a friendship because I respect and admire Carla and hope to benefit from all her positive attributes in a more personal way after having already benefitted professionally.

Warmly,
Lisa Appel




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