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+## Hi there!
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+Thank you for taking the time to report an issue or requesting a new feature.
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+Please take note that there are NO rules or regulations when you submit an issue.
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+If you are requesting a new feature, please check out the list of [often requested features](https://firefly-iii.github.io/requested-features/).