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Homes for Sale in Martinsville, IN - 1500 S Hunters Trace - New Price $549,000

Homes for Sale in Martinsville, IN - 1500 S Hunters Trace - NEW PRICE $549,000  

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Homes for Sale in Martinsville, IN - 1500 S Hunters Trace - New Price $549,900 - Reduced $50,000

 6,654 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm Estate on 25 acres with guest house and "stunning vista viewl".

Totally remodeled Kitchen Private Lake Theater Room!

Wow! The Hoagland Group is pleased to offer this lovely Home Near Brown County On 25+ Wooded Acres where you can enjoy the Private Lake With Scenic a stunning Vista Of Southern Indiana. You May Be In The Country, But You'll Enjoy All Of The Modern Conveniences - New Kitchen & Baths, Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, Hardwood & Ceramic Floors, Home Theater Room & Much More. Guest House For Friends, Office Studio, Etc. Very Private, Yet Easily Accessible-Only 30 Minutes From Indianapolis.

More Details, Virtual Tour, Google Map etc.

Originally posted by The Hoagland Group on Active Rain Blog

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for sale in Greenwood IN - 4729 Hickory Wood Row -- Hickory Stick

Homes for Sale in Greenwood IN -- 4729 Hickory Wood Row -- Hickory Stick  

4729 Hickory Wood Row     Beautiful landscaping and stone sidewalk

• 4,211 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm single story "Plus large finished basement" - $399,900 - Beautiful Home!

Homes for Sale in Greenwood IN -  Quality craftsmanship & attention to detail abound in this beautiful home built by Cary McNeal, 2003 Johnson County Builder of the year! Dramatic entry, decorative stone sidewalk & arched windows welcome your guests!

Open floor plan is fantastic for families or entertaining. The formal dining with hardwood floors accommodates a huge table so there's room for large dinner parties or family gatherings and it's open to the spacious great room with soaring ceilings and built in bookshelves.

An extra wide open stairway leads down to the entertaining area in the spacious finished basement which features a wet bar , 2nd fireplace, 4th bedroom with daylight window, bonus room (great exercise area), full bath, den with built in cabinets and large unfinished area for extra storage.

Inviting Master Suite features a whirlpool tub surrounded by a glass block window, raised double marble vanity, separate shower, plus a huge walk in closet sure to be the envy of your friends! There is also a private entrance leading to the cedar deck.

Lovely kitchen features granite counters, tile floors, Amish cabinetry, breakfast bar & built in china cabinet in large informal dining area surrounded by windows which look out over the pretty back yard.

Other amenities included, poplar woodwork, irrigation system, lighted crawl space, security alarm, wood shelf storage systems in closets, transom windows, abundant storage & 4 car garage.

All located in a quiet golf community with a neighborhood pool for everyone to enjoy!

Stunning entry and huge dining room New Granite & Solid Wood Amish Cabinetry Master Bedroom with private deck access

Wet bar Large basement family room with gas fireplace Lovely landscaping

Part of a huge deck for entertaining Golf Community Neighborhood pool - key access 24 hours a day

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The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for Sale in Perry Township - 7207 Rose Drive, Indianapolis IN 46227


Lovely New Kitchen!

Homes for Sale in Perry Township - 7207 Rose Drive, Indianapolis IN  46227 -  This is a lovely, hard to find 4 bedroom 2 bath ranch home on a quiet street in Perry Township. It's well cared for and includes many updates including a recent kitchen remodel featuring beautiful custom maple cabinetry.

With both a living room and spacious family room, there's plenty of room to stretch out! The dry, unfinished basement is a perfect play area, workshop, exercise room or ready to be finished as additional living space.

Other amenities include hardwood floors, 2 car oversized garage, new energy efficient furnace with air cleaner & humidifier(2009), new water softener(2008), city water, .35 acre lot, fenced yard, mature trees and one year warranty. Convenient location, short commute to downtown Indianapolis, or 3 miles to Greenwood Mall.

 View More Details for 7207 Rose Drive, Virtual Tour, Google Maps etc.

 

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The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for Sale in Edenwilde - 8112 Woodington Ct, Indianapolis IN

 

Homes for Sale in Edenwilde - 8112 Woodington Ct, Indianapolis IN 46259

 

Welcome to 8112 Woodington Court!

 Half Acre Lot on Quiet Court

Homes for Sale in Edenwilde - 8112 Woodington Ct, Indianapolis IN  46259  -  Beautiful 5 bedroom home on a quiet court in Edenwilde! Soaring 2 story entry welcomes your guests and opens up to a spacious living room flanked by columns and the impressive dining room ready for entertaining – just add family and friends!

The master bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, plant shelf, garden tub, separate shower, dual vanity & wI closet. Other custom details include 9’ ceilings, full brick front, security system & 6 panel doors throughout.

You’ll love relaxing in the new 3 season sunroom – great place to have your morning coffee -- and the whole family will enjoy the fantastic ½ acre yard, Edenwilde neighborhood pool, playground and basketball court! Convenient location too – close to downtown Indianapolis, ease access to I-74 and I-65.

 More Property Details, Google Street Map and Virtual Tour

Imagine holiday dinners with the family! Breakfast nook opens to inviting sunroom Spacious living room flanked by columns

Sunroom opens to deck and large yard Large 1/2 acre lot Community Pool

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for Sale in Whiteland IN - 467 West St - Oakville

Homes for Sale in Whiteland IN
467 West St, Whiteland IN  46184
Oakville Neighborhood

Welcome to 467 West Street!
Beautiful Home!

 

• 3,124 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story "Master on Main Level" - $175,000 - Smart Value!

A lovely lake view says "welcome home" the minute you enter the soaring 2 story foyer of this great home for sale in Whiteland IN. Spacious 3124 square feet with a versatile layout which lends itself to a busy family's lifestyle! Lots of space for entertaining--gather around the kitchen's center island, snuggle next to the Great Room's cozy frplc, or visit in the formal dining room which by the way, is big enough for the entire family!

The beautiful main level master suite amenities include separate shower, whirlpool tub, arched window, walk in closet & private stairway to a unique sitting room which would make a great nursery, home office, excercise room, quiet get-away or.....?????

Large loft offers a second living space separate from the main level -- what a great playroom, teenage hang out or place to watch sports with lots of friends!

Abundant storage through out with walk in closets in every bedroom, plus a closet in the loft area & an extended side load garage. Truly fantastic!

More Info, Google Street Map and Virtual Tour for 467 West St

Wonderful View! Kitchen with Center Island! Breakfast Nook looks out over lake!

Master Bedroom with privalte stairway to sitting room Upstairs Loft Area! Lovely Backyard!

Find other homes for sale in Whiteland IN

 

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The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for sale in Center Grove - Your Neighborhood Market Watch 3/31/2010

Your Center Grove Neighborhood Market Report

March/April 2010 - published 3/31/2010 Compliments of Steve & Tonda Hoagland - The Hoagland Group at Keller Williams

The number one question we receive from our friends and neighbors is....."What's the market like in my neighborhood"?  So we decided to publish this report each month to answer that very question!   You can also find this and other more detailed reports online at, www.PerfectPlaceForYou.com  or our blog, www.IndyChats.com.  Don't see your neighborhood?  Give us a call and we'll send you market information for your specific area!  

...Or here's another easy way to stay informed -- 

Have you noticed a For Sale sign in the neighbor's yard and wondered about the price and amenities compared to your home?  Sign up for a Neighborhood e-mail watch to receive e-mail notifications about all homes for sale in your neighborhood as soon as they come on the market. 

To sign up, simply give us a call or send an email with the name of your neighborhood in the subject line.  That's all there is to it -- you'll start receiving automated updates about the real estate activity in your specific neighborhood!

Central Indiana:  Sales Prices Up-Foreclosures Down!


This includes activity for the past 3 months in the 13 central Indiana counties serviced by MIBOR.  Data is from MIBOR's just published statistics, ending February 28, 2010.

Homes Sold in Central Indiana - over 3 month period ending February 28, 2010

Number of homes sold:  4,368 (down 2% compared to the same period in 2009)

Average Sales Price:  $137,326 (up 11% compared to same period in 2009)

Foreclosures:  Make up 13% of all homes listed (down 3% over same period in 2009) and 33% of homes sold (down 9% over same period in2009)


Johnson County: -- Encouraging News!


Homes Sold in Johnson County - over 3 month period ending February 28, 2010

Number of homes sold:  341 (up 8% compared to the same period in 2009)

Average Sales Price:  $145,625 (up 8% compared to same period in 2009)

White River Township - Center Grove: 

As of March 31, 2010 there are currently 377 single family homes for sale in White River Twp ranging in price from $47,000 to $2.89 million.  58 homes are currently pended (under contract waiting to close) and 539 homes sold in the past 12 months compared to 495 in the previous 12 month period.

Your Local Neighborhoods:
As of March 31, 2010

Homes for sale in Auburn Trace:

Active Listings:   3 - Ave List Price $386,267
Pended:  0 - List Price $
Sold in last 12 months:  1 - Ave List Price $414,900, Ave Sale Price $409,900
Sold in previous 12 month period:   3 - Ave List Price $396,267, Ave Sale Price $364,667

Homes for sale in Berkshire:

Active Listings:  1 - Ave List Price $235,000
Pended:   0 - List Price $
Sold in last 12 months:  5 - Ave List Price $210,920, Ave Sale Price $202,980
Sold in previous 12 month period:  1 - Ave List Price $219,850, Ave Sale Price $205,000

Homes for sale in Brentridge:

Active Listings:   6 - Ave List Price $386,867
Pended:  1 -  List Price $289,000
Sold in last 12 months:   5 - Ave List Price $396,560, Ave Sale Price $369,580
Sold in previous 12 month period:   7 - Ave List Price $3331,771, Ave Sale Price $314,557

Homes for sale in Brentwood:

Active Listings:  9 - Ave List Price $167,000
Pended:   1 - List Price $94,500
Sold in last 12 months:   9 - Ave List Price $152,089, Ave Sale Price $148,111
Sold in previous 12 month period:   10 - Ave List Price $148,280, Ave Sale Price $144,280

Homes for sale in Brockton Manor:

Active Listings:  4 - Ave List Price $353,300
Pended:   2 - Ave List Price $300,000
Sold in last 12 months:   3 - Ave List Price $266,600, Ave Sale Price $255,833
Sold in previous 12 month period:  6 - Ave List Price $305,500, Ave Sale Price $291,283

 

Homes or sale in Deerwood:

Active Listings:  5 - Ave List Price $353,340
Pended:  1 - List Price $289,900
Sold in last 12 months: 1 - Ave List Price $399,900, Ave Sale Price $375,000
Sold in previous 12 month period:   5 - Ave List Price $356,740, Ave Sale Price $346,400

Homes for sale in Eagle Trace:

Active Listings:  7 - Ave List Price $345,486
Pended:   - List Price $374,000
Sold in last 12 months:   6 - Ave List Price $382,716, Ave Sale Price $359,958
Sold in previous 12 month period:   4 - Ave List Price $387,575, Ave Sale Price $373,025

Homes for sale in Highland Park:

Active Listings:  7 - Ave List Price $731,971
Pended:  1 - List Price $575,000
Sold in last 12 months:   3 - Ave List Price $513,318, Ave Sale Price $461,667
Sold in previous 12 month period:  12 - Ave List Price $613,247, Ave Sale Price $590,167

Homes for sale in Hunters Pointe:

Active Listings:  4 - Ave List Price $270,475
Pended:  2 - List Price $307,400
Sold in last 12 months:  3 - Ave List Price $234,767, Ave Sale Price $226,663
Sold in previous 12 month period:  7 - Ave List Price $242,929, Ave Sale Price $238,286

Homes for sale in Innisbrooke

Active Listings:  1 - Ave List Price $ 247,600
Pended:  0 - List Price $
Sold in last 12 months:  4 - Ave List Price $252,050, Ave Sale Price $266,000
Sold in previous 12 month period:  5 - Ave List Price $231,790, Ave Sale Price $224,900

Homes for sale in Kensington:

Active Listings: 14 - Ave List Price $496,864
Pended: 1  - List Price $304,900
Sold in last 12 months:  11 - Ave List Price $413,773, Ave Sale Price $400,256
Sold in previous 12 month period:  10 - Ave List Price $455,678, Ave Sale Price $448,830

Homes for sale in Sheffield:

Active Listings:  2 - Ave List Price $153,950
Pended:  3 - List Price $133,267
Sold in last 12 months: 5 - Ave List Price $159,520, Ave Sale Price $157,680
Sold in previous 12 month period:  11 - Ave List Price $174,273, Ave Sale Price $167,291

Homes for sale in Wakefield:

Active Listings:  17 - Ave List Price $188,732
Pended:  2 - List Price $174,010
Sold in last 12 months: 28 - Ave List Price $183,372, Ave Sale Price $174,787
Sold in previous 12 month period:  18 - Ave List Price $202,950, Ave Sale Price $195,286

Homes for sale in Windsong Estates:

Active Listings:  6 - Ave List Price $229,783
Pended:  0 - List Price $
Sold in last 12 months:   14 - Ave List Price $248,366, Ave Sale Price $243,286
Sold in previous 12 month period:  17 - Ave List Price $213,357, Ave Sale Price $202,557

 

Other News:

Expiring Soon! - Must have accepted Purchase Agreement by 4/30/2010.

The expanded federal tax credit now includes a $6500 credit for existing homeowners who sell their main residence and then purchase another home.  There are a few restrictions and deadlines are approaching quickly - must have accepted purchase agreement by 4/30/2010 and close no later than 6/30/2010.  Visit www.PerfectPlaceForYou.com for details.

Interest Rates-

Interest rates continue to fluctuate, but remain in the 4.875% to 5.25% range for both FHA and Conventional loans with zero points. 

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originally posted by Steve and Tonda Hoagland, Active Rain, Hoagland Team

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Homes for sale in Greenwood IN - 577 Macy Way - Pebble Hills

Homes for Sale in Greenwood IN, 577 Macy Way, Pebble Hills  

 

Welcome to 577 Macy Way in popular Pebble Hills!


Over half acre lot with mature trees!

 

• 1,881 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $174,900 - Beautifully Updated!

Charming home in Pebble Hills -- beautifully updated for today's lifestyles! The welcoming great room is the center of this lovely home & features a soaring cathedral ceiling & cozy fireplace, while the adjoining breakfast room & kitchen lead out to an incredible half acre yard with mature trees, lush landscaping, basketball court & mini barn. The large patio is a wonderful outdoor living space for relaxing, watching the kids & pets play, or entertaining friends and family. You'll like the versatile living room area which can be used to accommodate your family's needs - could be used as a dining room, home office, playroom, etc. Great location -- popular Center Grove Schools and only 20 minutes to downtown Indy or easy access to 465!

Property information

 

Full Brick wood burning fireplace   Very spacious dining area looks out over landscaped yard  Nice sized master bedroom with private bath  

Lots of updated landscaping   Oversized patio for relaxing or entertaining!

 

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Indianapolis, IN Real Estate - Open House in Diamond Ridge, Sunday 3/21/2010

Indianapolis, IN Real Estate - Open House in Diamond Ridge on Sunday

 

6642 Trail Ridge in Diamond Ridge

 

We invite everyone to visit our open house at 6642 Trail Ridge Way on

 March 21, 2010 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

More details on this beautiful Franklin Township executive home

 

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Indianapolis Cultural Trail Receives $20.5 Million Grant

Indianapolis Cultural Trail logo

The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an urban bike and pedestrian trail that connects downtown neighborhoods, cultural districts and entertainment venues.  The grant will be used to complete the project which was started in 2007.

Wholesale District

If you visit downtown for the occasional shopping, dinner, show or sporting event, you've probably noticed signs labeling the five different cultural districts all connected by the Cultural TrailFountain Square, Indiana Avenue, Mass Ave, The Canal& White River State Park, and the Wholesale District. The trail will also connect with the Monon Trail, allowing visitors easy access to Broad Ripple Village from downtown. 

White River State Park

 

 

In addition to the Cultural Trail enhancing the lives of Indianapolis residents and visitors, the grant will also bring jobs and stimulate downtown businesses.  We can't wait for a warm day to check out what has already been completed and are excited about the finished product, which is scheduled to be finished in time for our hosting of the Super Bowl!

 

Watch this video to learn more about your Indianapolis Cultural Trail -- what's already completed, what's to come and how it will enhance your future downtown experience!

 

Indianapolis Cultural Trail from Gail Payne on Vimeo.

Would You like to live in downtown Indy?  Click on any of these properties for more details or to see many more downtown options

 

 

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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Real Estate Scams are Alive and Well -- Right Here in Indianapolis!

Real Estate Scams are Alive and Well -- Right Here in Indianapolis!ringing telephone

So I'm sitting at my desk on a rather slow Real Estate day......and the telephone rings!  An opportunity!  Happy days are here again!  Tiny Tim is saved!

But...what's that?  Do I have a home for sale in Hill ValleyYes!  (Everyone in the office is cheering!  They are breaking out the bubbly!)

Oh, Hill Valley you say?  (dejected)  ... actually that home sold a couple of weeks ago, but I have some other great options that might interest you (hopeful)!

That's when the call took an odd turn.  (Cue the creepy music)

Caller:  Is the home for rent?   

Me:  Well, no.  It's never been for rent, only for sale.

Caller:  Who is the owner? 

Me:  Well, he's no longer alive.  This was an estate sale.

Caller:  OH NO......!!!!!!

Turns out the caller had found a "great" rental listing on Craigslist  -- which just happened to be the same home we had recently sold in Hill Vally.   The "landlord" had borrowed our photography, our description, every detail from our Craigslist advertisement to create his rental property listing. (Just send us the first month's rent atheifnd a security deposit and the home is yours to enjoy!)

The caller, well intentioned as she was, gave out her personal information to this "landlord" so that she could rent the home.  Somebody call the identity theft police!  She had just been scammed.  There was no rental property - only an electronic description of a rental property.  It still astounds me that anyone would give out personal information to a stranger over the phone (it was even an over seas phone number) and agree to rent a property without ever meeting the owner or visiting the home.  Thankfully, she hadn't sent a deposit. 

We still use Craigslist, but now we also set up google alerts for every listing address.  If a scammer uses one of our listings to run his fraud we'll know about it! 

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We are passionate about helping our clients improve the quality of their family's lives. We do so much more than just "sell" houses(read more)  With backgrounds in Sales, Technology, and e-pro certified, we use the latest tools to simplify each trasaction for our clients and utilize extensive internet exposure to market our listings.  Google us or any of our listings! 

The Hoagland Group specializes in the following Central Indiana areas:  Indianapolis, Greenwood, Center Grove, Whiteland, Franklin, Mooresville, Martinsville, Avon, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Geist, and Plainfield.

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