Australian Property Show

Tom Haigh - Property and Investing - powered by My Money Sorted

Featuring interviews with Australia’s best, brightest and most successful property people; My Money Sorted proudly presents, Australian Property Show! Each week your host Tom Haigh- property expert, buyers agent and Co-founder of My Money Sorted, brings you the REAL stories behind Australia's most successful property investors. NO fluff, NO get-rich-quick schemes and definitely NO Lambos! Unlock property success with our 1-on-1 strategy sessions! No more uncertainty—access the expertise of seasoned investors to make smart moves in the real estate market. Book now at mymoneysorted.com.au 🏡

  1. 5D AGO

    #136 - Renovate Your Way to Financial Freedom: 8 Properties, Record Sales & The Reno Mistakes Costing You Thousands with special guest Tom Lemke

    What if financial freedom wasn’t about waiting…But about building? In this episode of The Australian Property Show, Tom Haigh sits down with leading Newcastle agent and renovator Tom Lemke to unpack how strategic renovations helped him build wealth across 8 properties — long before running a successful real estate business. This is not a theory session. This is lived experience.Ugly houses.Tight budgets.Big risks.Record-breaking sales. Most renovators focus on the wrong things.They overspend where buyers don’t care.They underinvest where value is actually created. In this episode, you’ll learn how to avoid those mistakes — and renovate with purpose. Here's what's inside: • How Tom built real wealth before becoming a real estate agent• The mindset required to renovate your way forward• The biggest renovation mistakes that destroy profit• Why overcapitalising happens — and how to prevent it• The highest impact, lowest cost upgrades (not what you expect)• Why gardens can outperform kitchens• The power of flow, layout and backyard connection• How to think like a buyer before you renovate• When luxury upgrades stop adding value• Why finishing touches matter more than foundations• How property creates confidence and optionality in business If you're planning a renovation…Holding a blue-chip property…Or looking to manufacture equity instead of waiting for the market… This episode will sharpen your strategy. Renovation isn’t about ego.It’s about execution. Press play and learn how to get it right. Want to know how to use property to reach your ideal future sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Tom Lemke Call Tom Lemke 0423 267 465 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    46 min
  2. FEB 6

    #135 - Growth Corridors Exposed: When They Kill Your Returns and When They Pay Off - 3 Rules Smart Investors Follow

    Growth corridors divide investors.Some swear by them.Others get burnt for a decade. In this episode, Tom breaks down the real truth about investing in high-growth areas — without the hype. You’ll learn why many growth corridor properties fail to perform for 10–15 years, how some investors still make serious money in these locations, and the exact framework to tell the difference before you buy. This episode could save you years of opportunity cost — or help you turn an overlooked area into a long-term winner. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why “high growth” often means high supply — and why that kills capital growth The 3 fundamentals that determine whether a corridor booms or stalls Why most investors buy too early and pay for it with lost equity When supply pressure finally lifts — and why growth often comes a decade later How owner-occupiers, not investors, drive the next phase of price growth The biggest mistake investors make with house-and-land packages How to spot corridors where the odds are starting to shift in your favour Who this episode is for: Investors tired of hype and clickbaitAnyone considering a growth corridor or new housing estate Property owners wondering why their asset hasn’t grown Long-term investors focused on wealth, not vanity metrics If you want sound strategy, backed by real data, and decisions you won’t regret in 10 years — this episode is for you. Want to know how to use property to reach your ideal future sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    24 min
  3. JAN 30

    #134 - The Biggest Financial Mistake Smart 40-Somethings Don’t Even Realise They’re Making

    You’ve built a good income.You’ve bought a home.You’re doing “all the right things”. So why does the future still feel unclear? In this episode of The Australian Property Show, I’m joined by Linda Tempesta, who works with everyday Australians navigating the exact moment many people hit in their late 30s and 40s. The moment where you start asking:What do I do next? This conversation is about clarity.Not hype.Not guesswork.And not waiting until it’s too late. We unpack why capable, high-earning Australians often feel financially stuck — and how property, used strategically, can help you regain momentum, confidence, and choice. If you want 2026 to be the year you stop drifting and start moving forward with intent, this episode is for you. Why lack of clarity, not lack of money, is what really holds most people back The hidden cost of delaying decisions during your peak earning years How outdated advice quietly derails modern wealth-building strategies Why “good debt” can accelerate freedom when used correctly The importance of setting clear goals — not vague financial intentions How to get financially fit before it’s too late to make a meaningful difference What the right first conversation should look like when you’re ready to act How to stop relying solely on earned income and build future options instead If this episode resonated, don’t let it just be interesting. Use the link below to book a complimentary call with Linda. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get clear on where you’re heading.Understand your options.And know exactly what to do next. Because life rewards action.And 2026 can either be another year gone — or the year everything changes. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    39 min
  4. JAN 23

    #133 - The Passive Income Myth That Keeps Investors Stuck: Passive Income, Property & Buying Back Your Time

    In this episode of The Australian Property Show, we break down how property actually delivers passive income — and why chasing cash flow too early is one of the biggest mistakes investors make. This conversation unpacks the real journey to financial freedom through property.From equity and growth… to debt reduction… to income-producing assets that buy back your time. If your long-term goal is to step away from the 9-to-5, reduce reliance on client work, or create genuine choice in how you live and work — this episode is for you. You’ll learn: Why passive income almost never comes first The role debt really plays in cash flow and freedom The different stages of a successful property investor’s life Why growth assets usually come before income assets The trade-off between yield and long-term capital growth How quality asset selection determines future freedom Why patience and sequence matter more than speed How property can help you buy back time years — or decades — earlier than retirement This isn’t about owning the most properties.It’s about owning the right properties — in the right order — for the life you want. Want to know how to use property to reach your ideal future sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    12 min
  5. JAN 16

    #132 - Builder Turned Developer: How the Transition From Tools to Townhouses Gave Rick Greater Control, Freedom & Job Satisfaction

    What does it really take to go from being an employee on the tools to running your own property game? In this episode of The Australian Property Show, Tom sits down with Rick to unpack the real journey behind becoming financially independent through property development. No hype. No shortcuts. Just lived experience. Rick shares how he moved from carpentry to development.How property replaced his wage.And how understanding the market — not just the build — made all the difference. This is an honest conversation about risk, patience, mistakes, and the freedom that comes from running your own race. You’ll learn: How Rick transitioned from employee to self-employed using property as the engine Why buying the right site matters more than the build itself The key lessons Rick learned moving from small projects to multi-dwelling developments How understanding buyer demographics can make or break a project Where developers go wrong by over-capitalising or ignoring the market Why access to finance — and patience — are critical to long-term success How property can deliver not just income, but lifestyle freedom If you’re a tradie, builder, or investor wondering whether property could be your exit from the 9–5…This episode will give you a clear, grounded look at what it really takes. Listen now and start thinking differently about what property could unlock for you. Want to know what you’re really on track to achieve in 2026, and how you can get there sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    24 min
  6. JAN 9

    #131 - Million Dollar Profit Case Study: How Smart Investors Use Other People’s Money to Get Ahead Faster

    Most people don’t struggle with effort.They struggle with speed. In this episode of The Australian Property Show, Tom breaks down the single biggest breakthrough that changed his family’s financial future — using other people’s money to accelerate wealth creation. This isn’t hype.It’s real deals.Real numbers.And real lessons from projects that generated six-figure profits by combining capital, skill, and smart structure. You’ll hear exactly how leverage works, why waiting to “have all the money yourself” keeps people stuck, and how everyday Australians can responsibly use banks, investors, and partnerships to move forward faster. If you’re working hard but feel like wealth is moving too slowly — this episode will change how you think about money, risk, and opportunity. What you’ll learn in this episode: • Why waiting to save is one of the biggest wealth killers• How using other people’s money (OPM) can dramatically speed up results• A first-hand case study that turned a $50,000 family loan into a $300,000+ profit• How pooling investor capital helped generate over $2M in profit from a group of shops• A real renovation project that created a $100,000 outcome• The difference between bad debt and strategic leverage• Why builders and business owners often have the skill but not the capital — and how to fix that• How banks can be your biggest wealth-building partner when equity is used correctly• Why most people stay stuck — and how clarity, structure, and guidance unlock momentum• The steps to go from working hard to building assets that reward your effort If you’ve ever thought “I just need more money before I start”,this episode will challenge that belief — and show you what’s actually possible. 🎧 Listen now and discover how leverage can help you build wealth faster, smarter, and with purpose. If today’s episode has you thinking “Maybe I’m closer than I realise”, that’s exactly why we offer a Discovery Call. It’s a simple conversation to help you: Understand what assets or equity you already have Identify how banks or partners could potentially be used to accelerate your progress Get clear on what steps matter most — and which ones don’t Just clarity around your options and what’s realistic for your situation. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start moving with purpose, book a discovery call with our team via the link below. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    14 min
  7. JAN 2

    #130 - The Quiet Decision That Determines Your Financial Future & The Rule Wealthy People Follow That Others Ignore

    Most people don’t fail to build wealth because they get it wrong.They fail because they wait. In this New Year episode of The Australian Property Show, Tom Haigh breaks down why life rewards action, not perfect timing — and why compounding only works for those who actually start. This isn’t about market forecasts or hot tips.It’s about deciding whether this is finally the year you move. If you’ve been stuck waiting for confidence, certainty, or the “right time”, this episode will challenge that thinking — and give you clarity on where your effort actually delivers the biggest return. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why expecting immediate results is the reason most people never build real wealth How compounding actually works — and why it rewards early action The key difference between people who talk about investing and those who benefit from it Why clarity comes after action, not before How to identify the highest-ROI moves for your time, money, and energy What small steps taken today can mean in 10 years’ time The question you must answer if you want this year to be different This episode will help you stop overthinking…Focus your effort where it matters most…And decide whether this is the year you finally put time on your side. 🎧 Listen now — and start making moves that compound. Want to know what you’re really on track to achieve in 2026, and how you can get there sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    8 min
  8. 12/25/2025

    #129 - What Most People Figure Out Too Late, A Christmas Day Message for Those Who Want More From Life

    This Christmas Day episode is different. It’s not about markets.Or predictions.Or property strategies. It’s about time.And freedom.And what really matters as one year ends and another begins. In this special episode of The Australian Property Show, I step back to reflect on the lessons that shape a meaningful life — and a better year ahead. Why time is the most valuable asset you’ll ever own What I’ve learned from studying people who create real financial freedom The one mindset shift that changes everything Why life rewards action, not intention How guidance beats guesswork every time The quote that reframes how you think about your entire life Start 2026 with clarity, not noise Make decisions that buy back your time Stop waiting for “someday” Focus on what actually moves the needle Build your own version of wealthy — sooner If you’ve been thinking about what you want the next year to look like, this episode is for you. 🎄 Merry Christmas.⏳ This isn’t a rehearsal.➡️ Do the right next thing. Want to know what you’re really on track to achieve in 2026, and how you can get there sooner? Book a complimentary discovery call with our team using the link below: ⁠⁠Book a complimentary discovery call with our team⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with the Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ General Advice Warning!  The information (including taxation) contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not consider your individual financial circumstances or needs. You should not act on the information provided without first obtaining professional advice specific to your circumstances. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individual; they are not reflective or indicative of My Money Sorted position and are not to be attributed to Online Financial Planning Australia Pty Ltd. The host is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. This podcast cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of My Money Sorted.

    7 min

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Featuring interviews with Australia’s best, brightest and most successful property people; My Money Sorted proudly presents, Australian Property Show! Each week your host Tom Haigh- property expert, buyers agent and Co-founder of My Money Sorted, brings you the REAL stories behind Australia's most successful property investors. NO fluff, NO get-rich-quick schemes and definitely NO Lambos! Unlock property success with our 1-on-1 strategy sessions! No more uncertainty—access the expertise of seasoned investors to make smart moves in the real estate market. Book now at mymoneysorted.com.au 🏡

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