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How do repair costs affect my buyback price?
How do repair costs affect my buyback price?
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How do repair costs affect my buyback price?

Your buyback price increases by 5% annually in accordance with your Option to Purchase Agreement. Only repair costs paid by Requity will be added to the buyback price under your Option to Purchase Agreement. Any repair costs you pay directly are not added.

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