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How to Get Business Travelers to Your Airbnb
To get business executives to stay in your property, you need to write your property description with them in mind. State how far you are from the nearest airport, important business areas in your city or the convention center because business travelers are looking to stay in convenient locations. Additionally, check with the local chamber of commerce and convention centers to see what major conventions and events are coming up and mention them in your advertising. Business people are always pressed for time, so make sure that you offer instant booking.
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How to Get Great Airbnb Reviews
Think about the last time that you brought a product that was new to you. If you are like most people, then you read reviews and listened to what other people had to say before you spent your money. That is also true of people who are looking for a great place to stay on vacation. Just like you, they want to know that other people were pleased with their stay at your property. Therefore, you need to work at earning positive feedback.
Category: airbnb property management
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10 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate for 2020
As we look forward to all 2020 has to offer, you may be wondering how you can generate more income without having to put in more hours away from your precious loved ones. The stock market has been extremely volatile in 2020, so putting your money in a different asset class could be a great idea.
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Are you ready? Summer is Coming!
Top tips to prepare your vacation rental for summer in 2020
As spring arrives in Seattle and other parts of the country, it is time to start preparing your property for the upcoming vacation season. Of course, you will want to treat yourself to some well-deserved time off, but do not let these days slip by too quickly or you will end up with sleepless nights in wherever your vacation property is located.
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Phoenix Airbnb Property Management
Airbnb management services for the Phoenix Metro market. If you have a short-term rental or are looking for a property as an investment, we can help. In 2017 the median home value in Phoenix is $211k. The home values have increased 9.5% since 2016, and they are predicted to rise another 3.5% in the next 12 months. The median price per square foot is between $147 and $154 depending on the area. Median home prices are $268,519 and median rent prices are $1,325 a month.
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How to Reduce Liability as an Airbnb Host
If you are or thinking about renting your property out on Airbnb, then there are several legal issues that you may want to consider before proceeding forward. While Airbnb offers hosts a limited liability policy, they say they cannot be held responsible for the actions of hosts. This leaves hosts in murky water at best. Here are some steps that you may want to consider taking if you are going to be an Airbnb host.
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Austin Airbnb Property Management
Austin has seen some of the highest increases in rent (besides San Francisco) in the last 6 years. That line goes up! We use the Airbnb pricing algorithms to make sure you always get the highest booking rates. Investor Forms also checks how much your property is booked for the month, if there is a portion that is available, we adjust the pricing accordingly so you always have income.
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Chicago Airbnb Property Management
The current median home value in Chicago is about $223k to $299k. The home values have gone up in Chicago over 8.5% in the last twelve months, and Zillow predicts they will continue to rise another 3.2% by the end of 2018. In Chicago the median rent price is $1,795, per month, which is higher than the median of $1,695 for the metro area. These continue to rise year over year.
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Las Vegas Airbnb Property Management
The median value for homes in Las Vegas is $218k. The values for homes has increased over 10% in the past 12 months! Zillow believes they will increase another 6% in 2018. The median rents are around $1,350 a month for the entire Vegas area.
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Los Angeles and Orange County Airbnb Property Management
The median home value in Los Angeles is around $631k. LA values have increased over 8.1% in the past 12 months and predicted to rise another 2.2% by the end of 2018. The median price for renting is near $3,500 a month. Homes are expensive, but using short-term rentals, you can get a much better return on an investment property.
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Prescott Arizona Airbnb Property Management
In Prescott Arizona, the median home value is $344k. The values of homes has risen 6.7% over the past year. The median list price per square foot in Prescott is $197. The number of foreclosures is 0.2 homes per 10,000. The percent of delinquent mortgages in Prescott is 0.3%, which is lower than the national value of 1.6%.
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Seattle Airbnb Property Management
The median home value in Seattle is around $670k. Seattle home values have increased over 14.5% since 2016, and Zillow predicts another rise of 7.3% by the middle of 2018. The median price listed for homes as of July 2017 in Seattle is $650k. The most important figure (for us real estate investors) is median long-term rent pricing, which is at $2,550 a month. With short-term rentals, you can expect a much higher rate than that (we can’t say exact numbers).
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Washington D.C. Airbnb Property Management
Currently the median home is valued at $551k in D.C. Typical home values have increased over 7.2% just in the past 12 months! The median price of homes currently listed is $565,950. The median rent in Washington D.C. is abut $2,650 which is great for investors. The foreclosure rate in Washington D.C. is at 1.6 homes per 10,000, which is at the national average. Very few homeowners are delinquent on their mortgages, which is currently near 0%. The number of people underwater on their mortgages is around .1% which is around the national average.
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Exchange Your Stock Market Gains Into Airbnb Investments with NO TAXES DUE!
We have seen an amazing rally in the stock market for almost ten years, and many experts now believe we are due for a major correction in the value of stocks across the globe, but particularly in the United States. In fact, the market is largely flat since the beginning of 2018. To add to this risk, the “experts” are predicting that any correction that does happen in the near term is coming this summer.
Category: be a great host
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How to Reduce Liability as an Airbnb Host
If you are or thinking about renting your property out on Airbnb, then there are several legal issues that you may want to consider before proceeding forward. While Airbnb offers hosts a limited liability policy, they say they cannot be held responsible for the actions of hosts. This leaves hosts in murky water at best. Here are some steps that you may want to consider taking if you are going to be an Airbnb host.
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Essential Items Every Short-Term Rental Needs
If you are thinking of renting your home or other property as an Airbnb, then there are some items that you need to think about providing. Allowing guests access to these items will increase your ratings, and you will get more returning guests. You will also find that guests who find your unit well-equipped are more likely to recommend staying at your property to their friends.
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The Importance of a Nice Outdoor Living Space and How to Create One
An outdoor living space is a great addition to your Airbnb property. The cost of creating one is often absorbed by more people renting your property at a higher rate. Many people also find that their occupancy rate escalates when they offer an outdoor kitchen. Creating one can be lots of fun because it is a chance to become creative as there are so many different choices available. Follow these steps to create an outdoor living space that your guests will love.
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How to Attract the Best Airbnb Guests
If you are new to being an Airbnb host or have had some bad experiences in the past, then it is time to set up your criteria of who you will let stay in your property. Once you decide on the criteria, then it is easy to judge each person who contacts you against the same criteria. This can help you avoid your own horror stories while allowing you to meet great Airbnb guests from around the world who will treat your property as their own.
Category: investment forms
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Arizona Commercial Real Estate Lease
This is a form that covers what needs to go into a commercial lease in Arizona.Here is a quick list of the main components of a commercial lease for Arizona. The Date the agreement goes into force. The two parties, who is the Landlord and who is the Tenant, and where they are located. A bunch of legalese, since it’s a contract, there must be consideration (aka what is being exchanged for this)
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Arizona Residential Lease for Investors and Landlords
Here is a quick list of the main components of a residential lease for Arizona. The Date the agreement goes into force and the amount of monthly rent. The two parties, who is the Landlord and who is the Tenant, and where they are located. How long non-tenants can stay in the property before they become tenants and need approval from the Landlord.
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Arizona Real Estate Purchase Agreement
Here is a quick list of the main components of a Property Purchase Agreement for Arizona. The Date this agreement goes into affect and whom the parties are (buyer and seller). What the seller is selling, a home, and it’s state (completed). The legal description/address of the property, includes lot information. Payment agreement information - is there earnest money, closing costs included?
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Residential Real Estate Forms for Professional Investors
Some forms for residential real estate purposes
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Tenant Notices for Real Estate Investors
What is a tenant notice? These are letters that are given to the landlord for a few things/ Lease terminations. Formal repair requests - this is called a Notice to Repair which is a way of telling the Landlord they are failing on a certain part of the lease. This is useful is the Air Conditioning is broken and they have not fixed it yet.
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Articles of incorporation for United States LLC
Please note, anything on this site does NOT represent legal advice You should consult a licensed attorney before signing any documents (or sending them out to clients).
What should a typical articles of incorporation document include?
This document is needed when you are creating a corporation and explains how your company is setup. You can create an structure without an attorney by following the process on your states business entity website. Often it is only a few forms and sending in a check. The articles of Incorporation is the document that outlines your new corporation and is often required by the state.
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Arizona Commercial Eviction - Notice To Quit
Here is a quick list of the main components of a Commercial Eviction Notice for Arizona. The Date the rent amount was due, and which property this refers to. The amount required to pay including late fees, and how many days they get (typically 5 in Arizona). The day the property must be surrendered if they do not pay in full
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Land Contracts for investment properties
What is a Land Contract? It is also called a Contract for Deed or Seller financing. It is a contract to purchase real property (real estate). The seller keeps the deed/title for the property until the buyer makes payments and pays off the total amount. The purchaser can immediately possess the property, but the deed (transfer of title) doesn’t happen until they paid the agreed amount.
Category: investor forms
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Why Choose an Airbnb Property Over a Hotel Room?
If you are traveling, then there are many reasons that you may want to choose an Airbnb property over a hotel. Airbnb properties are often locally owned, have been thoughtfully designed and are wonderful places to experience the local culture. While they are filled with amenities including outdoor living spaces, most are located in quiet residential areas. Learn even more of the reasons to choose an Airbnb property.
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Airbnb has waived most (all) service fees during Hurricane Harvey
The devastation hitting the Texas and Louisiana coast is unreal. At one point in time, up to 13 million people were under flood watches or warnings. The storm has dumped over 25 inches of rain in Houston, and meteorologists say that it is not done yet with many believing America’s fourth largest city will get 50 inches of rain before Harvey finally leaves them alone. If it does, it will be the most rainfall ever from an Atlantic tropical storm.
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Airbnb hosting a shared room?
There are a few types of hosting available to you on the Airbnb platform. Shared Room - this is where you only rent out a portion of your home and the room can have multiple separate guests in it. Private Room - if you want to rent a room for one booking/guest and they get the space to themselves. Entire Home - you are renting out the entire home (this is where Investor Forms does it’s work)
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What is an Airbnb Property Management Service?
To start with, Airbnb short-term rentals, sometimes called vacation rentals or VRBO, are properties available on demand similar to a hotel. The main benefits to guests are the location is often much better, it’s quieter, you get the place to yourself, and it feels more like home. The business of short term rentals is booming, and there is a need for a service to help people with their investment property.
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Phoenix Airbnb Property Management
Airbnb management services for the Phoenix Metro market. If you have a short-term rental or are looking for a property as an investment, we can help. In 2017 the median home value in Phoenix is $211k. The home values have increased 9.5% since 2016, and they are predicted to rise another 3.5% in the next 12 months. The median price per square foot is between $147 and $154 depending on the area. Median home prices are $268,519 and median rent prices are $1,325 a month.
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Austin Airbnb Property Management
Austin has seen some of the highest increases in rent (besides San Francisco) in the last 6 years. That line goes up! We use the Airbnb pricing algorithms to make sure you always get the highest booking rates. Investor Forms also checks how much your property is booked for the month, if there is a portion that is available, we adjust the pricing accordingly so you always have income.
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Chicago Airbnb Property Management
The current median home value in Chicago is about $223k to $299k. The home values have gone up in Chicago over 8.5% in the last twelve months, and Zillow predicts they will continue to rise another 3.2% by the end of 2018. In Chicago the median rent price is $1,795, per month, which is higher than the median of $1,695 for the metro area. These continue to rise year over year.
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Las Vegas Airbnb Property Management
The median value for homes in Las Vegas is $218k. The values for homes has increased over 10% in the past 12 months! Zillow believes they will increase another 6% in 2018. The median rents are around $1,350 a month for the entire Vegas area.
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Los Angeles and Orange County Airbnb Property Management
The median home value in Los Angeles is around $631k. LA values have increased over 8.1% in the past 12 months and predicted to rise another 2.2% by the end of 2018. The median price for renting is near $3,500 a month. Homes are expensive, but using short-term rentals, you can get a much better return on an investment property.
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Prescott Arizona Airbnb Property Management
In Prescott Arizona, the median home value is $344k. The values of homes has risen 6.7% over the past year. The median list price per square foot in Prescott is $197. The number of foreclosures is 0.2 homes per 10,000. The percent of delinquent mortgages in Prescott is 0.3%, which is lower than the national value of 1.6%.
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Seattle Airbnb Property Management
The median home value in Seattle is around $670k. Seattle home values have increased over 14.5% since 2016, and Zillow predicts another rise of 7.3% by the middle of 2018. The median price listed for homes as of July 2017 in Seattle is $650k. The most important figure (for us real estate investors) is median long-term rent pricing, which is at $2,550 a month. With short-term rentals, you can expect a much higher rate than that (we can’t say exact numbers).
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Washington D.C. Airbnb Property Management
Currently the median home is valued at $551k in D.C. Typical home values have increased over 7.2% just in the past 12 months! The median price of homes currently listed is $565,950. The median rent in Washington D.C. is abut $2,650 which is great for investors. The foreclosure rate in Washington D.C. is at 1.6 homes per 10,000, which is at the national average. Very few homeowners are delinquent on their mortgages, which is currently near 0%. The number of people underwater on their mortgages is around .1% which is around the national average.
Category: property management
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10 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate for 2020
As we look forward to all 2020 has to offer, you may be wondering how you can generate more income without having to put in more hours away from your precious loved ones. The stock market has been extremely volatile in 2020, so putting your money in a different asset class could be a great idea.
Blog
How to Reduce Liability as an Airbnb Host
If you are or thinking about renting your property out on Airbnb, then there are several legal issues that you may want to consider before proceeding forward. While Airbnb offers hosts a limited liability policy, they say they cannot be held responsible for the actions of hosts. This leaves hosts in murky water at best. Here are some steps that you may want to consider taking if you are going to be an Airbnb host.
Blog
How to Get Business Travelers to Your Airbnb
To get business executives to stay in your property, you need to write your property description with them in mind. State how far you are from the nearest airport, important business areas in your city or the convention center because business travelers are looking to stay in convenient locations. Additionally, check with the local chamber of commerce and convention centers to see what major conventions and events are coming up and mention them in your advertising. Business people are always pressed for time, so make sure that you offer instant booking.
Blog
Why Choose an Airbnb Property Over a Hotel Room?
If you are traveling, then there are many reasons that you may want to choose an Airbnb property over a hotel. Airbnb properties are often locally owned, have been thoughtfully designed and are wonderful places to experience the local culture. While they are filled with amenities including outdoor living spaces, most are located in quiet residential areas. Learn even more of the reasons to choose an Airbnb property.
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Does Property Management Save You Time?
Each person has 31,536,000 seconds annually, but have you ever noticed how fast those seem to fill up with activities. If you are thinking of opening a vacation rental business, then you need to consider if you have the time required to operate it properly.
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The Importance of a Nice Outdoor Living Space and How to Create One
An outdoor living space is a great addition to your Airbnb property. The cost of creating one is often absorbed by more people renting your property at a higher rate. Many people also find that their occupancy rate escalates when they offer an outdoor kitchen. Creating one can be lots of fun because it is a chance to become creative as there are so many different choices available. Follow these steps to create an outdoor living space that your guests will love.
Blog
Airbnb has waived most (all) service fees during Hurricane Harvey
The devastation hitting the Texas and Louisiana coast is unreal. At one point in time, up to 13 million people were under flood watches or warnings. The storm has dumped over 25 inches of rain in Houston, and meteorologists say that it is not done yet with many believing America’s fourth largest city will get 50 inches of rain before Harvey finally leaves them alone. If it does, it will be the most rainfall ever from an Atlantic tropical storm.
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Why start an Airbnb business?
If you run the clock back to 2007 in San Francisco, you might see three broke men looking for a way to make a little extra cash. Since they knew that a big design conference was coming to town, they hatched on the idea of renting out air mattresses in their home for $80 a night. What started that night over ten years ago is known today as Airbnb, and it is now worth over $25 billion. If you are thinking of listing your property on Airbnb, then there are some things you will want to consider.
Blog
How to Attract the Best Airbnb Guests
If you are new to being an Airbnb host or have had some bad experiences in the past, then it is time to set up your criteria of who you will let stay in your property. Once you decide on the criteria, then it is easy to judge each person who contacts you against the same criteria. This can help you avoid your own horror stories while allowing you to meet great Airbnb guests from around the world who will treat your property as their own.
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How to Manage an Airbnb Property Out of Town
If you are thinking about joining the wonderful network of Airbnb property owners, then you need to decide how you will manage your property. This is especially important if you live away from your vacation rental property, but it can also be important if you do not want to mess with all the details of renting your property. In either case, you will need to create a plan allowing you to know exactly what you are going to do in different circumstances.
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How to Get Great Airbnb Reviews
Think about the last time that you brought a product that was new to you. If you are like most people, then you read reviews and listened to what other people had to say before you spent your money. That is also true of people who are looking for a great place to stay on vacation. Just like you, they want to know that other people were pleased with their stay at your property. Therefore, you need to work at earning positive feedback.
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4 Tips For Airbnb Property Management
The world is changing and more than ever people who have an entrepreneurial spirit are able to participate. The sharing economy has opened for real estate. Airbnb is making it easier than ever to get guests in your home and some income.
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Exchange Your Stock Market Gains Into Airbnb Investments with NO TAXES DUE!
We have seen an amazing rally in the stock market for almost ten years, and many experts now believe we are due for a major correction in the value of stocks across the globe, but particularly in the United States. In fact, the market is largely flat since the beginning of 2018. To add to this risk, the “experts” are predicting that any correction that does happen in the near term is coming this summer.
Category: real estate investment
Blog
10 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate for 2020
As we look forward to all 2020 has to offer, you may be wondering how you can generate more income without having to put in more hours away from your precious loved ones. The stock market has been extremely volatile in 2020, so putting your money in a different asset class could be a great idea.
Blog
Exchange Your Stock Market Gains Into Airbnb Investments with NO TAXES DUE!
We have seen an amazing rally in the stock market for almost ten years, and many experts now believe we are due for a major correction in the value of stocks across the globe, but particularly in the United States. In fact, the market is largely flat since the beginning of 2018. To add to this risk, the “experts” are predicting that any correction that does happen in the near term is coming this summer.
Blog
Articles of incorporation for United States LLC
Please note, anything on this site does NOT represent legal advice You should consult a licensed attorney before signing any documents (or sending them out to clients).
What should a typical articles of incorporation document include?
This document is needed when you are creating a corporation and explains how your company is setup. You can create an structure without an attorney by following the process on your states business entity website. Often it is only a few forms and sending in a check. The articles of Incorporation is the document that outlines your new corporation and is often required by the state.
Blog
Arizona Commercial Eviction - Notice To Quit
Here is a quick list of the main components of a Commercial Eviction Notice for Arizona. The Date the rent amount was due, and which property this refers to. The amount required to pay including late fees, and how many days they get (typically 5 in Arizona). The day the property must be surrendered if they do not pay in full
Blog
Land Contracts for investment properties
What is a Land Contract? It is also called a Contract for Deed or Seller financing. It is a contract to purchase real property (real estate). The seller keeps the deed/title for the property until the buyer makes payments and pays off the total amount. The purchaser can immediately possess the property, but the deed (transfer of title) doesn’t happen until they paid the agreed amount.
Category: short term rental
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Why start an Airbnb business?
If you run the clock back to 2007 in San Francisco, you might see three broke men looking for a way to make a little extra cash. Since they knew that a big design conference was coming to town, they hatched on the idea of renting out air mattresses in their home for $80 a night. What started that night over ten years ago is known today as Airbnb, and it is now worth over $25 billion. If you are thinking of listing your property on Airbnb, then there are some things you will want to consider.
Category: taxes
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Exchange Your Stock Market Gains Into Airbnb Investments with NO TAXES DUE!
We have seen an amazing rally in the stock market for almost ten years, and many experts now believe we are due for a major correction in the value of stocks across the globe, but particularly in the United States. In fact, the market is largely flat since the beginning of 2018. To add to this risk, the “experts” are predicting that any correction that does happen in the near term is coming this summer.
Category: what are some ways to keep a property booked during off-season - be a great host - property management
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What are Some Ways to Keep a Property Booked During Off-season
While your vacation rental may stay full during the high-season, you may find that you have trouble attracting guests during the off-season. If this is the case, then you may need to take some steps to create more interest in your property during the off-season. While it takes some extra work, you may find that it puts your occupancy rates far ahead of your competition.