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I don’t know about you, but I love any opportunity to recognize the women in my life who just make life richer and more beautiful. The women we know best, whether a wife, mother or daughter, are some of the most influential women in our lives.
And of course, with Mother’s Day this month, all eyes are on moms. It’s not just the biological mothers, but the mother figures in our lives who have made an indelible impact on us. It’s the family members, teachers, friends, and neighbors doing awesome things in our communities, pouring into our lives - making themselves unforgettable and irreplaceable.
As I reflect on the many women in my life, I am thankful for each one and the impact they have had on me. I am especially grateful to my sister who inspired me to leave my corporate career and bet on myself.
While it’s always important to shop local and support our area businesses, this month is the perfect time to patronize businesses owned by women in our communities. That’s one of my favorite parts of this roleconnecting with and championing the best of the best when it comes to Eagan’s women.
They are movers and shakers, builders and makers. They are both seen and unseen. Their silent service blesses those who are under their care. Their attention to detail shows us something about beauty that can’t be seen or understood any other way.
I hope you’ll take a few minutes to send a text, make a phone call or get your kids on a video call with the women in your life who deserve recognition. It only takes a minute to brighten someone’s day and remind them how much you love them.
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May 2023
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inside the issue The Ladies’ Issue MAY 2023 ON THE COVER DEPARTMENTS 6 Lifestyle Letter 10 City Scene 12 Business Monthly 16 Local Experiences 18 Home Update HOME SERVICES 24 Inspired By LIFE + CULTURE 32 How To LIFE + CULTURE 36 Events 38 Realty Report REAL ESTATE 24 32 18 FEATURED 18 Transform Your Outdoor Living Space Upgrade your porch with screens by Screen Medic 24 Ladies Who Bring the Local Love Creating community and growth with customer service and connection 32 Make an Impact for Mom Memorable ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life Six influential Eagan area businesswomen featured in this issue. 8
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The Eagan Women of Note
The Eagan Women of Note (EWON), a non-auditioned chorus, provides choral opportunities to women and shares music with the community. Founded in 1999, EWON was organized to be challenging, yet fun for everyone regardless of individual choral experience. We have grown from a group of 18 women to over 50. We meet in Eagan on Mondays at 6:30 PM, and our new membership month will be in September. Our next concert is on May 21st. See eaganwomenofnote.org for more information.
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have a passion for fashion. Their journey has brought them to their brick and mortar store where they and their employees take pride in helping their customers feel good in their own skin. They offer affordable and unique items from statement pieces to trend-setting items, as well as fashion basics. FFB prides itself in being all inclusive and providing options for all, XS-3X, along with a gender neutral collection.
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Sue Korkowski and her team provide honest opinions and personal one on one attention to help their customers find the perfect outfit for any occasion. Indulge offers classic, comfortable, and casual women's clothing sure to become a staple in your closet. The boutique carries many fabulous lines such as Joseph Ribkoff, Tribal, LuLu B and Ethyl. Each piece of jewelry and clothing at Indulge is hand selected at both local and global markets with customers in mind.
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Debby Terlizzi and Allison Nelson are co-owners of two local Mainstream Boutiques in Woodbury and Mendota Heights, MN. The mother-daughter duo are big believers in the power of community to make a positive impact in peoples’ lives. “The mission of Mainstream Boutique is to love, strengthen and celebrate the people in our community through fashion,” they explained. “Our goal is to make sure everyone who shops with us leaves feeling great about themselves.” To learn more, visit mainstreamboutique.com .
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MAY 2023
local experiences
The best places and things to do in our area.
BY JACQUELINE ELIZABETH
Grab your gal pals and plan a relaxing or upscale day, weekend, or GNO (Girls Night Out!) with any one of these local experiences fit for the females.
Our Picks for The Gal Pals
ANDIAMO: Have a date night with the most glorious pasta Eagan has to offer. A taste of Italy right in your backyard! 1629 Lena Court, Suite 101, Eagan
AMES CENTER: Enjoy an evening of ABBA, explore Postmodern Jukebox, or be whisked away by the Twin Cities Ballet at the Ames Center in Burnsville. 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville
ALEXIS BAILLY VINEYARD: Venture over to Hastings and stroll the vineyard. Spend an afternoon exploring wine like never before with tastings available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday! 18200 Kirby Avenue South, Hastings
STRETCHLAB: Our bodies carry us through our day to day adventures - show yours some love with a GREAT stretch with the Stretch Lab! 1298 Promenade Place, Eagan
REVIVE: Rejuvenate from the inside out with Revive in Lakeville. See what vitamin therapy can do for you! 17713 Kenwood Trail, Suite 6, Lakeville
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MEET THIS MONTH’S CURATOR
Jacqueline Elizabeth
Jacqueline discovered her creativity and love for performing arts during her very early years. During her college years, she studied professionally in the following areas: voice, piano, theatre, dance (ballet, tap, jazz, etc.) and skills in professional production for stage performance. Since moving back to Minnesota, she has built 3 businesses: Jacqueline Elizabeth Artistry (performing arts & music education), Ascendance Productions (wedding and event services), and Jacki E. Coaching (business consulting.)
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We’re celebrating 20 incredible years of smiling out loud in Eagan with a BIG announcement! Dr. Jennifer Orthodontics is proud to begin a new chapter in industry-leading orthodontic care as Lakeside Orthodontics. This new name and logo reflects the heart of what we do—we make the Twin Cities smile.
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UPGRADE YOUR PORCH WITH SCREENS BY SCREEN MEDIC
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Summer in Minnesota is a magical time of the year, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare when mosquitoes are constantly attacking you. Luckily, Screen Medic has you covered. Since 2005, this Twin Cities-based business has been dedicated to enhancing outdoor living spaces by creating custom screen enclosures for porches, patios, and unused underdeck areas.
Screen Medic was founded by two young entrepreneurs, Chris and Chad Berg, who began their journey in the world of business at a hardware store in their teens. Today, they use their strengths to ensure their customers receive top-quality service and materials. Chris uses his customer service skills and ingenuity to visit customers to help them figure out what they need, while Chad uses his intuition and construction expertise to turn those solutions into reality.
Screen Medic quickly expanded beyond just repairing window and door screens onsite. Customers wanted more, and the team responded by expanding into porch rescreening and installing screen enclosures. Soon enough, Chris and Chad caught the eyes of contractors who needed quality screens for their newly built screen porches for new homes and porch additions. By using Screen Medic, they’re ensured the screens are done right. Chris highlights, “Screens are part of the porch you actually look at or look through when sitting in your new porch, and we are the guys that make sure everything looks great!”
Screen Medic installs not only screens but also installs removable vinyl or glass porch winterization
panels or operable porch windows. These can extend the use of the porch into the colder months. Whether rescreening a porch damaged by pets or upgrading an existing porch or fabricating a new enclosure in an unused underdeck area, Screen Medic can create a bug and pest-free space so you can enjoy the outdoors.
They use only the best materials, including a variety of long-life, pet-resistant screen meshes, to fabricate screens for windows, doors, and porch enclosures. Chris explains, "For most customers, this will be the last time they replace the screens on their porch." The employees at Screen Medic take pride in their work, and their goal is to provide customers with outstanding service that will keep them coming back for their next home and recommending them to friends and colleagues.
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One satisfied customer said, "We called them back after the great work they did with our door screen to put screens in on our covered deck. We feel like we have a whole new room added on to the house."
With their almost 20 years in business, it's likely you or one of your neighbors already have screens on their homes installed by Screen Medic.
At Screen Medic, it's all about the quality of service they provide, from the first interaction through the installation of the products. They strive to provide their customers with the best solutions for their needs while exceeding their expectations. If you want to enhance your outdoor living space and keep bugs at bay, Screen Medic is the perfect solution. For more information, visit screenmedic.com or call 612-255-4497.
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“It’s all about the quality of the service we provide - from the first interaction through the installation of the products. That’s what we built our business on."
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Ladies Who Bring the Local Love
CREATING COMMUNITY AND GROWTH WITH CUSTOMER SERVICE AND CONNECTION
ARTICLE BY AMANDA WAGNER
Dr. Katee Apelgren
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WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?
I’m a naturally talkative person. I’m always super bubbly and happy. The team knows to give me a few extra minutes with patients because I want to get to know them. I love the relationships I’m building with patients and team members.
WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNED ALONG THE WAY?
I’m a perfectionist. Dentistry is a very unique profession. At first, I wanted to do it all myself. But now I lean on my specialists in the area so I can focus on the work I most enjoy. It’s about knowing your boundaries. I don’t have to say yes to everything. Early on, I wanted to say yes to everything and everyone. But there is enough for everyone and it all comes back around.
HOW HAVE YOU BUILT CONFIDENCE OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR CAREER?
I do dentistry differently. From the second you call to make an appointment to the day of your appointment, we focus on the full experience and best technology. We know we must be willing to try new things and learn new skills, because modern dentistry requires experimentation.
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Nakamori | Store? Nordstrom
Coffee spot? Caribou Coffee | Spa/salon/nails? Face Foundrié
Find me on Instagram @kateeapelgren, @apelgren_dental or apelgrendental.com
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Melissa Clawson
Managing Partner & Realtor, Clawson Home Group
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?
I genuinely like helping people. The job can get boring if you only focus on the numbers and production. And it’s so much more than that. Whether I’m helping my clients or partners, I want to make sure everyone gets the most out of their transaction because that means everyone walks away happy.
WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNED ALONG THE WAY?
Things rarely go as planned. I’ve learned it’s important to take everything in stride and always have a backup plan, just in case. When you are thinking about all the possibilities, you are always ready for whatever comes next. My grandma always said, “Hope for the best, expect the worst, and take what you get.”
One day it can feel like the world is collapsing around you and the next day, everything has turned around. So now I remind myself … it always gets better.
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Red Rabbit Store? Target Coffee spot? Vendella Coffee Haus or Dogwood Coffee
Spa/salon/nails? LaBell Nail & Spa
Find me on IG @melissa_clawson_realtor or clawsonhomegroup.com
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Traci Leffner
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?
I love client interaction and believe customer service is essential to success. This is why we stopped selling new services for a year and a half to focus on customer service and putting the client first. Now I meet with clients faceto-face on a quarterly basis to get to know them and their businesses, to build relationships, to solve puzzles and problems, and to help them to navigate the technology and security world.
And I LOVE the win of a sale. Because I know it means they are getting the best possible solution and service to support them moving forward.
WHAT DOES SUCCESS MEAN TO YOU?
For me, success is about contentment. I’ve always been the person who thought the grass is greener somewhere else. But this is the first time I’ve been content. I don’t feel like I need to push for more and chase more. I’m happy where I am and I still see opportunity and challenge in my future.
WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNED ALONG THE WAY?
Take chances, because you can’t be told no if you don’t ask the question. When you have an idea, explore it. Brainstorm, throw it against the wall and see if it sticks. You can’t go forward without taking the first step.
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Doolittles
Store? Petsmart
Coffee spot? Dunn Brothers off Diffley Road Spa/salon/nails? Divine Salon in Eagan
Find me at sovran.com or linkedin.com/company/sovran-inc
“When you have an idea, explore it. Brainstorm, throw it against the wall and see if it sticks.”
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Marcy Baumann
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?
The first thing that comes to mind is customers. When I’m interviewing someone for a job, I can’t help but rave about our customers and how great they are. I didn’t have any idea how much the customers would become a part of my personal life. They are now my friends.
And I’m always trying to figure out what the customer wants. When we first opened, customers kept asking for bagels. I didn’t feel like it fit the culture or my vision. But now we have bagels, because it’s what the customers wanted and that is what matters.
Now I love the challenge of surprising and delighting customers. From simple changes like rearranging the furniture to shopping for the boutique with specific customers in mind, I’m always thinking about what they will love.
WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT INSPIRES YOU DAILY?
This is my community. These are my people. These are the businesses I support as a customer. I want to make the south metro a destination for others living in the Twin Cities. I am proud to be a part of Dakota County. Some might consider us a sleepy town. People are starting to realize we’re worth a visit.
WHAT WAS YOUR ‘AHA’ MOMENT?
I didn’t build the coffee shop in a traditional way and some might say my timing was off. We started building in 2019, relying on the labor and generosity of volunteers to create the space you know and love. Because of that, we are kind of owned by the community. We then opened in February 2020, just in time to be shut down by the pandemic, but that was only the beginning. We just celebrated our third birthday!
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Volstead House Store? Next Act in Apple Valley Coffee Spot? Vendella, obviously!
Spa/salon/nails? Hair Love in Eagan
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us on IG @vendella_coffee_haus or vendellacoffee.com
“I didn’t have any idea how much the customers would become a part of my personal life. They are now my friends.”
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Paula Overbye
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WHAT WAS YOUR ‘AHA’ MOMENT?
For a long time, I was a solo practitioner. During that time, I struggled with the idea of letting others in, which hindered growth. Eventually, demand for my services exceeded our capacity; that is what ultimately led to our growth. If I wanted to do more, I needed to bring in more people and trust them to provide the level of service I strived for.
WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?
Success to me is happy and confident clients. The emotion around fixing something that has bothered them for some time makes the results even more meaningful. Sometimes, our clients didn’t even think what they wanted was possible and my team and I were able to give them back their confidence.
HOW HAVE YOU BUILT CONFIDENCE OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR CAREER?
Continuing education is important because there is always something new. I prefer to focus on one thing at a time, learning everything I can, getting comfortable and more importantly, getting results for my clients, before exploring what’s next.
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Farmer & the Fish Monger Store? Target & Nordstrom, it’s a tie Coffee spot? I don’t drink coffee, but love kombucha
Spa/salon/nails? The Laser Room Med Spa, of course – I’m a fan of Dysport quarterly and the SkinPen with PRP therapy
Find me on IG @thelaserroombypaula, facebook.com/TheLaserRoomWithPaula or cosmeticlaserroom.com
“I prefer to focus on one thing at a time, learning everything I can, getting comfortable and more importantly, getting results for my clients, before exploring what’s next.”
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Founder
Owner, The Laser Room; Certified Aesthetic Injector
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Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth
Owner & Orthodontist, Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth Orthodontics
Celebrating 20 years of creating beautiful smiles!
WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?
I really think being an orthodontist is the best job in the world! So many lack confidence in their smile and in turn, worry about how it looks and what others think. On a daily basis, I have the opportunity to help my clients achieve something that will last a lifetime (assuming they wear their retainers as directed).
I love working with patients. They give me energy. I love engaging with so many different people each day and helping them at the same time. I get to make their day just a little bit better.
WHAT WAS YOUR ‘AHA’ MOMENT?
The demand for natural toothpaste is high. But because it isn’t regulated by the FDA because there is no fluoride, it also doesn’t do what toothpaste is supposed to do (strengthen the enamel). I saw an opportunity to create my own toothpaste to meet the need and fill the gap. And it was a process, from the development of the toothpaste to testing and studies. I also learned that retail is a very different world from a service-based business. My toothpaste is now available at drjennatural.com .
Along the way, I’ve learned that running an orthodontics office is so much more than just orthodontia. On any given day, I’m guiding marketing, ensuring our accounting is up-to-date, hiring and managing people, and so much more. To that end, an accounting refresher isn’t a bad idea!
HOW HAVE YOU BUILT CONFIDENCE OVER THE COURSE OF YOUR CAREER?
Mentorship is key. Having someone who can help me learn, talk through my mistakes, and guide me has been essential. Now I’m also in a position to provide mentorship and that shows me just how far I’ve come.
FAST FAVES
Restaurant? Raag in Edina … the best Indian food! Store? Home Goods or Nordstrom
Coffee spot? Vendella or Cafe Astoria
Spa/salon/nails? Juut Salon & Cole’s in Eagan
Find me at doctorjennifer.com
“Mentorship is key. Having someone who can help me learn, talk through my mistakes, and guide me has been essential.”
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Memorable ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life
The moms and the mother figures in our lives mean everything to us. They deserve the best every day, of course. But at least one day out of the year, we get to shower them with the same love and thoughtfulness they give to us so selflessly.
This year, we hope you’ll consider some memorable ways to make lasting memories with the mom or mother figure in your life. If you haven’t already planned something special, take a look at our list of ideas and circle your favorites. If you have kids, let them join in the fun too!
Whether you decide to spend a day at home or enjoy a day on the town, these innovative celebration ideas will include fun for the whole family and make Mom feel loved. Whatever activity or surprise you land on to show your mom, wife, sister or maternal figure your appreciation for all they do, the most important thing is that you all get to spend some quality time together.
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Take a Flower Arranging Class
Mother’s Day arrives just as spring is in full bloom. Take advantage of the season by going to a flower arranging class with mom.
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Play a Family Board Game
If Mom likes strategizing, challenge her to a friendly board game competition. (And, no, you don’t have to let her win just because it’s Mother’s Day.)
Pick Your Own Fruit
This activity is especially fun if you have a lot of kids who want to get in on the action. Then, when you all get home, you can whip up a treat for Mom with your selections. (Maybe give her a strawberry in a Champagne glass while she waits.)
Book Her a Weekend Away
There’s no day like Mother’s Day to be impulsive! Book a weekend trip for the two of you at a cute B&B in a city Mom has always wanted to visit.
Complete a Jigsaw Puzzle
Find a puzzle with an image you know your mom will love (or make a custom one using a photo of the two of you) and put it together over wine and snacks. You’ll be amazed at how much chatting you can get done while puzzling.
Get Theater Tickets
Go to a play or a musical — lots of towns even host outdoor theater events.
Invite Her To High Tea
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Whether you make the brews and treats yourself or head out to an official tea house, Mom will love sipping her beverage out of fancy china and snacking on tea sandwiches.
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A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
MAY 1ST
Sip and Stretch
STRETCH LAB, 1928 PROMENADE
PLACE, EAGAN, MN | 4:00 PM
Come meet the stretchologists of the Eagan Stretch Lab and learn about the benefits of assisted and group stretching. While you are there be sure to sip on some wine brought by "Wine Lady" Lisa Brainer. 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
MAY 6TH
Live to Give Walk 2023
EAGAN CENTRAL PARK | 9:00 AM
Rotary Club of Eagan hosts Live to Give Walk 2023 at Eagan’s Central Park Saturday, May 6 at 9am. Costumed-themed, 1.1 mile walk is for family, friends, kids and dogs to benefit nonprofits that empower youth in Eagan: PeaceMaker Minnesota, Treehouse, Eagan’s July 4th Ambassadors, and Eagan Rotary Foundation. Enjoy food trucks, live music, costume prizes, and face painting. Register at 4giving.com/ donation/1FA3.
MAY 16TH
Ladies’ Night at Stock & Barrel Eagan
STOCK & BARREL EAGAN, 2980
COMERS DRIVE, EAGAN, MN | 6:00 PM
Every month we explore a new topic for both new and experienced female shooters. We start with a short educational/training session and then it's out to the range for some fun. We provide guns for use (ammunition purchased separately). Register in advance to attend. $15 registration fee.
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Speed Networking Event
STOCK & BARREL EAGAN, 2980
COMERS DRIVE, EAGAN, MN | 3:00 PM
At this event you will get to meet everyone in the room. You will learn how to get the most out of networking, plus the math behind how to turn it into cash. Start perfecting your 60 second commercial now - who you are, what problem does your business solve, and who are the best connections to grow your business? 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
MAY 21ST
Spring Festival at Holz Farm
HOLZ FARM PARK, 4665 MANOR
DRIVE, EAGAN, MN | 11:00 AM
Enjoy a spring afternoon of old fashioned fun at Historic Holz Farm. The Friends of the Farm and the City of Eagan invite you to learn about life on the farm. Guests will be able to enjoy a hayride, tour the house and listen to live music! Tickets required.
MAY 23RD
Demo Day at The Laser Room and Med Spa
THE LASER ROOM AND MED SPA | 11:00 AM
We will be doing free demos of Emsculpt NEO and Emsella while educating attendees on the science and technology behind them from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Call or text 952-6669232 to reserve your demo spot!
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A sample of recently sold properties around Eagan.
Listings were pulled from the NMLS. This reflects a 30-Day time period prior to our print deadline. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of activity. *DOM = Days on Market
realty report
MAY 2023 CITY NEW LISTINGS CLOSED SALES MEDIAN PRICE $ PER FSF %SOLD/ORIG DOM Eagan 41 32 $362,500 $194 99.1% 39 Apple Valley 42 39 $350,000 $174 98.2% 50 Rosemount 57 23 $349,900 $191 96.3% 67 Burnsville 44 47 $290,000 $174 96.3% 73 Mendota Heights 13 6 $502,500 $215 99.1% 59 Inver Grove Heights 38 22 $308,750 $198 99.6% 44 Edina 59 31 $584,000 $257 94.3% 76 Bloomington 51 43 $351,000 $190 97.7% 45 Savage 29 16 $489,450 $189 98.6% 57 Minneapolis 323 228 $289,000 $225 95.5% 82 Saint Paul 205 163 $255,000 $196 97.0% 65
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