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The 84th US Masters tees off this April with golf superstar Tiger Woods aiming for a record-equalling sixth win
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The US Masters is the first of the four major golf tournaments in pro-golf. First played 86 years ago in 1934, unlike other tournaments The Masters is always played at Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia. The tournament is by invitation only and the winner is automatically invited to the other three majors.
The Augusta Golf Course was previously a plant nursery and each hole is named after a certain tree or shrub including Tea Olive, Pink Dogwood, Yellow Jasmine, Redbud, Azalea and Chinese Fir amongst others. The idea for the course came from Bobby Jones, a well-known amateur golfer, and was originally designed by Alister Mackenzie, who designed over 50 courses across four continents.
GOLF LINGO
Albatross: A score of three less than par
Birdie: A score of one less than par
Eagle: A score of two under par
Bogey: A score of one over par
Jack Nicklaus has the most Masters’ wins with six, followed by Tiger Woods with five and Arnold Palmer with four. The estimated prize fund is $11.5 million with nearly $2 million going to the winner, as well as the distinctive and iconic Green Jacket – which by tradition is presented to the current winner by the previous winner.
The Masters consists of four rounds of 18 holes each, with the competitors playing in groups of three for the first two rounds. After 36 holes of play, a cut-off score is calculated to reduce the size of the field. To ‘make the cut’, a player must be in either the top 50 places or within 10 strokes of the leader’s score.
Traditions unique to the US masters include the opening tee shot and the Champions Dinner. A custom since 1963, the tournament is officially started when one or more legendary players tees off from the first hole, and the Champions Dinner is held each year before the tournament starts. The dinner is hosted by the current champion who picks his own menu for the company only of previous champions.
Three players are joint favourites moving towards the start of the tournament; World No. 1 Rory Mcllroy, World No. 2 Brooks Koepka and the back-in-form Tiger Woods. If Woods wins, he will match Jack Nicklaus’s record of six US Masters.
Over the final two days, a further 36 holes are played; and should there be no winner after the fourth round, all tied players enter a sudden-death playoff beginning on the 18th hole, followed by the 10th and repeating until one player remains. The most recent sudden-death playoff was in 2017 between Justin Rose and Sergio Garcia.
YOUR ROLE AS A LANDLORD
If you’re looking at letting out a property, it’s important to understand just what your tenant expects from you as its landlord
THE UTILITIES The gas, electricity and water companies should be advised whenever the property is empty so that meters can be read and accounts prepared. During ‘void’ periods, the utility services must be transferred back into your name, by you.
Of course, the tenant is responsible for the gas, electricity and water/sewerage bills generated by their usage during the tenancy, and for changing the gas and electric accounts into their name when they move in. They’re also responsible for the standing charges. However, their liabilities in this respect clearly finish on the date they vacate the property.
TELEPHONE & COUNCIL TAX Generally speaking, telephone companies will only deal with the account holder named on the account. You must tell the telephone company that you are leaving the property and advise them what you want to do with your existing number. The tenants are then responsible for arranging any line reconnections and meeting any costs associated with this.
When it comes to council tax, this is not your responsibility while the entire property is let. However, if you still reside at the property while acting as a landlord, then you will remain responsible for the Council Tax charge.
PORTABLE APPLIANCE TESTING As a landlord, it’s your responsibility to ensure that all electrics and electrical appliances supplied in the property are safe for use. If any portable appliances are going to be left in the property, a portable appliance test should be carried out by a qualified electrician on an annual basis.
GAS SAFETY CERTIFICATE It’s your duty as landlord to ensure that all gas supplied appliances are maintained in a safe condition and are inspected at least every 12 months by a GAS SAFE engineer. A Gas Safety certificate should only be issued by a GAS SAFE engineer.
SMOKE ALARMS The law requires landlords to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties. This includes smoke alarms being fitted in all hallway, stairway, and circulation areas that form escape routes from the property. They should be located every 7.5 metres of hallway, and within at least three metres of all bedroom doors.
Properties where HMO licenses apply, a higher specification of smoke alarm installation may be required which is generally mains powered. Landlords are directly responsible for determining whether their properties are eligible for HMO status, and failure to adhere to the regulations may result in a civil penalty and render your insurance invalid.
Meet our team
Bow Office
Michael Woolley
Director
Michael set up Butler & Stag with best mate Neil Leahy back in 2012 and they now have three offices, with plans to continue their expansion.
Michael loves his sport and was once fairly handy at football, rugby and cricket, whilst he also passed out for the Marines many moons ago.
Based at the Roman Road office in the East End, this is an area Michael has great affinity with, having worked in the East End and City fringe markets throughout his career in agency. He is currently a member of the East End Trades Guild and works closely with the Roman Road Trust. Anything East End related, Michael is your man!
Robert Burgess Senior Property Consultant
Robert recently joined the Butler and Stag team. However, he isn’t new to the property industry or the Directors, who he knows well and has worked alongside in previous years. Being a lifelong resident of East London and with 14 years’ experience in the London property market, ensures that Rob can use his inside knowledge of the local area to sell the perfect property to his clients. Rob has a keen interest in cars, travel, and his best bud Coco the Boxer dog, who can always be seen walking with him around the parks of east London.
Aidan Kitchen Property Consultant
Aidan joined Butler & Stag back in March 2017, coming from a background in digital marketing which helped him quickly transfer his client service skills. With the whitest teeth in the company, Aidan did consider a career in modelling but was swiftly told he had the perfect face for radio and decided to focus his energy on becoming the best estate agent in East London instead.Based at the Roman Road office in Bow, Aidan loves his food and will often be found trying out the various food stalls and deli’s on Roman Road Market.
Casey Monaghan Property Manager
Casey was made in ‘East London’, she lives in E4, previously worked in E17 and now works, lives and breathes in our E3 Bow office. Casey brings her vibrant personality and customer care knowledge to the very front of our office utilizing the skills she has acquired as a Sales Negotiator in E17 and moreover her previous International Compliance experience. She now embodies those skills and further adds substantial value to the office as our Property Manager/Office Co-Ordinator.
Joanna Roberts Head of Lettings
Jo joined Butler & Stag in 2019 after working as a Lettings Manager in Dunmow. Jo believes her key qualities are compassion, focus and her ability to make sure the clients experience is perfect. Jo is a proud member of ARLA and has been a driving force in growing the lettings department. Away from the office Jo enjoys spending time with her partner and taking Reg her French bulldog for walks.
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Bow Road, E3 £2,250,000
Finished to the highest standard with no expense spared, this simply stunning, five bedroom, four bathroom Grade II listed end of terrace Georgian townhouse boasts a limestone covered heated swimming pool and off street parking for two Just one of seven of the larger townhouses on the Bow Road!
Coborn Road, E3 GUIDE PRICE £450,000 - £475,000
A beautifully presented two-bedroom garden flat occupying the lower ground floor of this imposing period-style building set within the sought-after Tredegar Square conservation area. Share of freehold!
Mile End Road, E1 GUIDE PRICE £550,000 – £600,000
Arranged over the top two levels (3rd & 4th) of the attractive City Gate development is this beautifully presented and unique two bedroom split-level apartment, set conveniently close to Stepney Green station with easy access to the City and Canary Wharf.
A simply stunning and larger than average two-bedroom apartment with a generous sized balcony overlooking the River Lea, Limehouse Cut and the picturesque Bow Lock.
Truman Walk, E3 GUIDE PRICE £500,000 - £535,000
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Stunning top floor apartment set within this fantastic modern development in Bow, East London.
Wick Lane E3 GUIDE PRICE £550,000 - £575,000
Set in a gated modern development in the heart of one of London’s newest creative areas is this wonderfully presented and larger than average two bedroom modern apartment, with direct views over the River Lea.
Zealand Road,E3 £1,500,000
A beautifully finished four-bedroom three storey Victorian house set on a desirable tree-lined road within the Driffield Conservation area, just moments from Victoria Park and the Hertford Union Canal. Offered chain free.
Meet our team
Shoreditch Office
Sam Smith Property Consultant
Sam started his career at Butler and Stag after leaving Tottenham Hotspur Football Club where he played as a youth from age 7 to 18. Starting his career with Butler and Stag as a Property Consultant has lead him to achieve well in both sales and lettings with his competitive edge within the industry.
Nick Karamanlis
Office Partner
Nick is a branch partner who has been involved in thousands of sales and lets in the East end and City fringe market since switching careers back in 2005. Due to a bad experience when buying he believed early on that the process should be more transparent and customer focused.
He is a huge family man with two very “spirited” young boys who keep him busy. He loves his skiing and football; both playing (on the rare occasions he’s not injured) and watching his boys play for their local teams.
Lewis Hughes Property Consultant
Lewis started his career with Butler and Stag in the Summer of 2018. Lewis loves his boxing which he competed at National Level as well as his cooking which he compares himself to Gordan Ramsey. An Essex boy with family originating from East London. If you need any assistance whether Sales or Lettings Lewis is the right Man to speak to.
Joseph Robinson Business Development Manager
Joe started his property journey all the way back in 2013 after finishing his degree. Joe joined the Butler and Stag family as our new Business Development Manager. He works alongside our Residential Sales and Lettings Team and our Land and New Homes department. Joe not only brings knowledge and connections to the table, but creates opportunities by utilising technology, databases and his own logic. He’s our very own secret service agent. Having been born in Whitechapel and raised in Wapping, Joe still lives in East London and feels his personality and clothing choices fits in with that East London Vibe. In his spare time Joe enjoys Rugby, Poker, Skiing and leads an active social life.
Lydia Hellen Office Coordinator
Lydia recently the joined our Theydon Bois office as an administrator. She has a friendly and out-going personality and is quickly gaining experience within our fast growing company. Following in the footsteps of her successful property developer dad, Lydia has a keen interest in the industry and strong ambitions to progress. With a largely PR and hospitality focused background and she is already showing excellent customer services attributes. A local girl, Lydia was born and raised in Chingford. Away from the office she enjoys socialising with her large group of friends, spending time with her family and keeping fit.
Artillery Passage, E1 £1,500,000
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An extremely rare 18th Century five storey townhouse nestled off the beaten track in the heart of Spitalfields. The last residential townhouse on the street!
Banner Street EC1 £700,000
A beautifully presented, bright and spacious two double bedroom second floor apartment with lift access set on a popular Clerkenwell Road moments from Whitecross Street.
Goldman Close ,E2 GUIDE PRICE £800,000 - £825,000
A large and bright three double bedroom end of terrace freehold townhouse with south facing garden located on a lovely pedestrianised close just moments from Brick Lane, Columbia Road and Shoreditch.
Britannia Street,WC1 £565,000
Forming part of this charming Grade II listed purpose built development is a beautifully presented first floor two bedroom apartment just moments from Kings Cross stations.
Principle Tower, EC2A £2,700 PCM
Stunning BRAND NEW furnished one bedroom apartment located on the12th floor of this modern block in the heart of Shoreditch, offering modern and highly finished living throughout.
butlerandstag.uk Southgate Road, N1 £2,250 PCM
Located in the heart of De Beauvoir is this spacious, split level two bedroom garden flat.
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Meet our team
Theydon Office
Tony Game Office Manager
Raised in Loughton and living in Buckhurst Hill, Tony’s has an intimate knowledge of West Essex which proves to be an invaluable asset when selling properties within the area. A respected and well-known figure within the local property industry, Tony has years of experience running residential sales departments. Tony’s clients respect his hardworking approach and honest opinion.
Sarah Chumbley Property Manager
Sarah enjoys multiple roles within the company. They include administration, Property Management and viewings. She has proved invaluable in the success of our newest office. Sarah offers five star customer service and regularly receives excellent reviews. Away from the office, Sarah is a real home bird and enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Neil Leahy Director
Neil is the co-owner of Butler & Stag, along with lifetime friend Michael Woolley. A resident of Theydon Bois where we opened our third office in 2017, Neil is extremely passionate about the area and saw a gap in the market to introduce our award services.
Under Neil’s supervision, the office has seen accelerated growth and we are now recognised market leaders; it is equally impressive that this has taken just twelve months to achieve. Butler & Stag are also regularly commended for our fund raising initiatives raising tens of thousands of pounds for worthy local causes yearly.
Away from the office Neil is a family man, he has a son and a daughter and enjoys spending time with them, along with his wife Claire. Neil also coaches his son’s football team at Buckhurst Hill FC and has overseen the transition of many of their players to professional academies.
Chris Marsh Assistant Office Manager
Chris is a proven member of the Butler & Stag team and is respected for his calming approach to property sales. Chris’s expertise includes negotiating, valuing and sales progression. Chris has quickly climbed the ladder and is now the Assistant Office Manager. Outside of work, Chris is a serious golfer which led him to having a crack at becoming pro ten years ago.
Bradley Gale Senior Property Consultant
Bradley began his career within the property industry in 2013 for a highly regarded company. It was there where he developed a passion for all things property. Following a stint with a central London agent, Bradley embarked on his travels exploring Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania. He joined Butler & Stag in 2019 and has been an instant success. Bradley’s other passion is Music.
Ted Rayment Property Consultant
Starting his career in Bishops Stortford, Ted has been in the prop erty industry since 2016. Born and raised in Epping Green, Ted has excellent knowledge of all things CM16. He has recently joined the Theydon Bois team and is developing his skills in estate agency and now becoming an accomplished agent. Ted’s other passion is sports, if he isn’t running around a football pitch on a Sunday morning, he can be found hacking his way around a golf course in the local area.
Theydon Road, CM16 £3,650,000
‘Epping House’ is an imposing family residence that is situated in the popular area of Theydon Bois, on the edge of Epping Forest.
Woodman Lane, E4 £2,700,000
Homeleigh is an exquisite detached family house with a heated outdoor swimming pool, offering a genuine turn key opportunity for the favoured purchasers having been completely redeveloped by the current owners in 2016.
butlerandstag.uk Piercing Hill, CM16 £1,875,000
This stunning property is located in Theydon Bois most highly sought after roads, directly opposite Epping Forest and offering total peace and tranquillity whilst being within easy reach to Theydon Bois Central Line Station, major motorway links, excellent schools and local amenities of both Epping and Theydon Bois.
The Lindens, IG10 £1,000,000
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An impressive five bedroom family house offering 1900 sq ft of flexible living space arranged over two floors.
Sunny View is a stunning detached spacious five bedroom property set in a great position in the village of Stapleford Abbotts.
Murthering Lane , RM4 £600,000
This Stunning converted detached cottage is Located in it’s own secluded plot and has bundles of charm and character.
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They were knowledgeable, they were responsive and they were very professional. My experience of interactions with Butler & Stag has been really positive, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone else.
Mr A Rutter / Vendor
Butler & Stag were fabulous
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The level of service from Bulter & Stag I thought was absolutely superb.
Ms S Davidek / Buyer
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the description was very comprehensive. Overall I thought it was a very compelling offering.
Mrs C Goldman / Vendor
We really really appreciated the
fact that Butler & Stag conducted
most of the viewings themselves
so it didn’t mean we had to be there all the time. So we could, in effect, continue with our lives as much as possible and Butler & Stag took that stress away from us.
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