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TEE-TIME THE US MASTERS 2020 PREVIEW
The 84th US Masters tees off this April with golf superstar Tiger Woods aiming for a record-equalling sixth win
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.
Traditions unique to the US masters include the opening tee shot and the Champions Dinner
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
PROPERTY NEWS 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.
As a landlord, it’s your responsibility to ensure that all electrics and electrical appliances supplied in the property are safe for use
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.
INDEPENDENT PROPER TY AGENTS
Meet Our Team
Peter Kennedy
The founder and senior partner of Kennedys remains at the forefront of the business, overseeing the day to day running of each department and using his vast experience and knowledge to ensure that Kennedys retains its position as a leading independent agent in the Surrey Downs and surrounding areas.
Andy Kennedy
Andy joined Kennedys in October 2004 and we are pleased he stayed! The vast experience and wealth of knowledge that he has accumulated over time has been an important part of creating a stable team, and one that clients have become increasingly familiar with.
Susie Kennedy
Susie Kennedy is a partner of Kennedys, with her husband of 22 years, Peter. During the 14 years of the company’s existence, Susie has dedicated much of her time bringing up their three children, but in recent years has increased her time and role, assisting in the day to day running of the business.
Kate Russell Smith
Kate joined us in 2014, initially on a part time job share basis, but it was soon abundantly clear that she took to the role, and the Kennedys team like a duck to water. Today Kate’s role includes marketing and advertising, client liaison and everything in-between and, despite having a busy family life, has embraced her return to work with great energy and style.
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Georgina Wooding
We are delighted to have Georgina as part of our team, and she adds an energetic dynamic to everything she does. I have known Georgina and her family for many years, and am hopeful that she will remain here at Kennedys as part of our family for many more.
Kristie Fry
One of the longest standing members of the team, Kirstie moved to the position of Lettings Manager in 2011/12. Since then we have seen a steady growth in this side of the business, as well as much improved systems and service levels.
Louise Leung
Louise brings with her considerable experience within the management aspects of our service and having joined us in September `19 has fast become an established member of the lettings and management team and a popular addition for both our Landlords and Tenants to deal with. Louise lives locally, with her husband and two young daughters.
Yvonne Smiley
We were delighted to welcome Yvonne to the team in May 2018. Since then she has established herself quickly as part of the lettings team, assisting in day to day management and tenant matters along with both Kirstie and Sara. Yvonne is also involved in the administration that is involved in this side of the business, which has grown considerably since the end of 2017.
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Kate joined us in 2014, initially on a part time job share basis, but it was soon abundantly clear that she took to the role, and the Kennedys team like a duck to water. Today Kate’s role includes marketing and advertising, client liaison and everything in-between and, despite having a busy family life, has embraced her return to work with great energy and style.
Claire McKenzie
Claire joined us in 2013 and has brought stability and strength to our accounts department, whilst assisting our lettings department and management activities. The growth of the business in recent years has created changing roles for Claire, and we are delighted to have her as part of the Kennedys team.
INDEPENDENT PROPER TY AGENTS
Dont just take our word for it ...
My experience of purchasing with Kennedy’s was an excellent one considering the level of stress buying a house entails. “
Peter kept us up to date on all developments in a timely and consistent manner. I look for trust and diligence in an estate agents, and Kennedy’s definitely performed.
Buyer
My personal experience with Kennedy’s has been one of admiration about their professionalism and their personal touch. “
Kennedy’s, I think, are both professional and approachable. Somebody was always happy to take me call, speak to me or call me back, so I found that fantastic.
Landlord/Seller
They were communicative without being over the top.
Kennedys offered a high level of friendly and professional service from the start until the end.
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I dealt with pretty much everybody in their office and they were all lovely and very helpful. “
I will always recommend Kennedy’s, and indeed have recommended them to quite a few friends.
Seller/Buyer
The size of their office is perfect, the staff are friendly, and we have absolutely full faith in working with Kennedy’s. “
Without hesitation I will recommend Kennedy’s if you have any ideas of selling or certainly letting properties within the area.
Landlord
I chose Kennedy’s to let my properties because of the prominent position of the offices and it’s just a professional operation. “
I think they’re a really efficient and provide a really good service.
Landlord/Seller/Buyer
INDEPENDENT PROPER TY AGENTS
Deans Lane, Walton on the Hill £1,750,000
Kennedys’ are delighted to offer this extensively refurbished and extended 6 bedroom family house set on an impressive plot close to the heart of the village and in one of the most sought after locations in Walton on the Hill. The property is located close to local amenities and the world-famous Walton Heath Championship Golf course which is literally a short stroll from the front door!
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Dene Close, Chipstead £1,225,000
Kennedys’ are delighted to bring to market this modern and spacious five-bedroom detached family home which has been extended and improved to a very high standard, to include a brand new kitchen, and enjoys wonderful views over Banstead Woods.
Kennedys’ are delighted to present this wonderfully bright, contemporary detached 5-bedroom family home set on this premier road in the heart of Tadworth Village close to both train station and local amenities.
The Avenue, Tadworth £1,200,000
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Kingswood Park, Kingswood £850,000
A beautifully presented, well laid out four-bedroom town house in Kingswood! The current owners bought the property through us from new in 2015 and have made it into a wonderful family home, available with NO ONWARD CHAIN.
Located on one of the most popular and sought-after roads in Tadworth, just a gentle stroll from Walton Heath, and within walking distance of both Walton on the Hill and Tadworth villages, can be found this four bedroom detached chalet bungalow with self-contained annexe.
Tower Road, Tadworth £850,000
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Sandlands Road, Walton on the Hill £499,950
Nestled in the heart of Walton on The Hill village, Kennedys’ are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful, newly refurbished two-bedroom mid terrace home.
A charming and very well presented two-bedroom terraced period property located on this sought-after road in the heart of the village.
Breech Lane, Walton on the Hill £425,000
2020 HAVE YOU GOT VISION?
