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The US Masters
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
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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.
Hampstead Garden Suburb 020 8458 5000 sales@litchfields.com 800 Finchley Road, Hampstead Garden Suburb London NW11 7TJ
Meet the team
Richard Barnett Managing Director
Charles Bobroff Director
Gideon Mark Associate Director (Lettings)
Barry Kyte MRICS Surveyor/ Professional Services FOR SALE
Litchfield Way, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 £2,250,000 A super sized lateral semi-detached family house arranged over two levels situated within a stones throw to both the ample amenities of The Market Place & Northways Gardens. This fantastic property is presented in very good internal decorative condition benefiting from 3/4 reception rooms, one being a large lounge/dining room overlooking the rear garden, a very well fitted kitchen/breakfast room and a stunning oversized entrance hall with a central staircase lit by a domed skylight on the first floor. The main bedroom suite has an en suite dressing room and bathroom and there are 4 further bedrooms and a family bathroom all on one floor. A carriage driveway is an added advantage to this lovely house. Viewing of this fine and unique property is a must!
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Karolina Kosowska Property Management
Kendal Hayes Sales and Lettings Support
Clive Lewinsohn LANDLORD
Spencer Drive, Hampstead Garden Suburb, London N2 £2,750,000 A handsome detached house placed in this superb location just off Holne Chase. This spacious home offers excellent family accommodation having been very well maintained by the present owner. The house features an oversized master bedroom suite comprising a bedroom with his and hers dressing rooms and bathrooms. The property is complemented with central air conditioning throughout. Viewing of this quality home is highly recommended.
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An elegant Grade II Listed house built in 1914 and part of Sir Edwin Lutyens design proposal for Heathgate. The building was finished by the renowned architect George Sutcliffe. This handsome property is superbly located being moments from the Heath Extension and approximately 0.8 miles from Golders Green Tube. This wonderful home has the unique and rare feature of a garden room opening on to a delightful sunny south-west facing rear garden. Early viewing is strongly advised.
Highgate Village 020 8348 8000 sales@litchfields.com 44 Highgate High Street, Highgate Village London N6 5HX
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Giselle Harrison Director
John Robinson
Ann Marie Bolger Property Management
Sally George Sales Support
My experiences with Litchfields are ‘top-notch’ and my feedback from others that have used Litchfields is similar. *****
Bob Bratland SELLER, PURCHASER & TENANT
Whitehall Park, London, N19 £799,950 A stunning two double bedroom garden flat on the raised ground floor of a very elegant late Victorian conversion in the heart of the sought after Whitehall Park Conservation area. This impressive flat has been very tastefully refurbished by the current owners who have lovingly retained period features and offers nearly 1000 square feet of stylish living and entertaining space. The flat features a lovely open plan reception and kitchendining space which opens, via bi-folding doors, on to the private rear patio and garden. The lovely master bedroom has high ceilings with original cornicing and beautifully crafted wardrobes. Further benefits include a second double bedroom, luxury bathroom and ample built-in storage. FOR SALE
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Denewood Road, Highgate, N6 £2,500,000 * A rarely available modernist house (built c.1960) on a premier Kenwood road in the heart of Highgate. This super detached family home retains many period architectural features and has ample scope for re-modelling and extending. Arranged over two levels the ground floor provides a spacious reception/dining and entertaining space, separate kitchen, study, guest cloakroom and garage. The upper floor currently has four double bedrooms, including a master bedroom suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, a separate family bathroom and a utility room.There is a very private rear patio and garden and off street parking for several cars.
Rossetti Court, Highgte, N6 £550 per week An immaculate and spacious (over 1000 sq ft), 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with its own private entrance on the ground floor of this superb brand new purpose built block. Ideally located being minutes from Highgate tube station, convenience shopping, historic Highgate Village and is directly opposite Highgate Woods. With fully integrated kitchen, under floor heating, built-in storage and private patio the block also benefits from having a concierge service, secure off street parking for one car and bike storage. Unfurnished. Available 1st March 2020 TO LET
North Grove, Highgate Village, N6 £675,000 * A beautifully presented three bedroom first floor apartment forming part of a grand period conversion situated within 200 yards of Highgate High Street. Flooded in natural light and boasting an array of period features, this exquisite apartment has been restored over the last few years. The accommodation comprises a spacious reception room with a dual aspect outlook which is open plan to a high specification kitchen with underfloor heating. The the internal and external communal areas have recently been refurbished (2017-2018). The roof has also been partially renewed in 2017. Externally the property has use of a large well maintained communal garden with a lockable storage box and communal shed. EPC - D UNDER OFFER
FOR SALE
Whitehall Park, London, N19 £1,375,000
A substantial late Victorian (1898) family house retaining a wealth of period features and offering versatile living and entertaining spaces across three floors. This spacious house (c.2742 sq ft), which is in need of interior refurbishment, provides a rare opportunity to create a superb family home on a sought after residential road in the heart of the Whitehall Park conservation area. The ground floor offers an impressive double reception area with original intercommunicating doors leading on to a dining room overlooking the garden. There is currently a separate kitchen, guest cloakroom, separate WC and access to a large storage cellar. The first floor provides 3 ample double bedrooms and scope for a family bathroom or luxury en-suite. The top floor has another 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom with plenty of scope to re-configure the space to cater for a larger family or to create a home office space. Whitehall Park is enviably located in a small enclave close to local convenience shopping, great schools, including Whitehall Park primary school, Northern Line tube (zone 2), with all the amenities of historic Highgate Village and bustling Crouch End Broadway on the doorstep. Offered for sale chain free
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The way that the property was marketed was perfect for me, the photographs were all spot on. I have already recommended Litchfields to family and friends. *****
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All the people that work there we get on with very well and they take a very deep interest in your properties. Would I recommend them to friends, I’ve already done it and will continue to do so. *****
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Whether you’re looking to sell or put your property up for rental, when you choose to market your property with Litchfields, you can be confident that we’ll ensure that everything goes smoothly.
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With decades of experience, specialising in all aspects of residential property, our friendly, enthusiastic and professional service ensures that our clients continually return to sell and buy through us.
We also recognise the importance of marketing, so your property will be advertised on the major online property portals, our website and social media sites, as well as traditional placement in our window display.
Exclusively to us in our area, your property will receive its very own FREE microsite showcasing a property video, OFSTED reports, and a property brochure. Sharing your personalised website across the social networks widens the audience for your property, to find the right buyer and increasing the chances of a quicker sale.
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We offer a comprehensive range of services for you to choose from including areas such as Tenant Introduction, Rent Collection, Gas Safety Checks, in-depth Inventory reports, Deposit registration, insurance-based Rent Guarantee and Legal cover policies.
As with selling, when you choose to let through us, your property will be advertised on the major online property portals, our website and social media sites, as well as traditional placement in our prominent window display.
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In addition, our qualified database of tenants will also be notified of your property coming to market on their dedicated search websites where they can book viewings and offer feedback. All our tenants are fully referenced and vetted, making sure the highest of standards are met to find the right tenant for you.
By sharing your personalised websites with family and friends across the social networks you will be widening the audience to find the right buyer or tenant for your property, increasing the chances of a quicker sale or rental.
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