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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.
Colossus Way, Bletchley
NEW
£305,000
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A 3 BEDROOM MID TERRACED TOWNHOUSE FAMILY HOME FOR SALE, No upper chain, Parking to rear, Enclosed rear garden, En suite to master bedroom, Double glazed, Gas to radiator heating, 3 bathrooms plus a cloakroom, Kitchen with appliances, Utility room, Separate lounge & dining room, Close to Bletchley train station, Viewing highly recommended.
Town Bridge Mill,Leighton Buzzard £225,000
NEW
Hanmer Court, Simpson £315,000
VACANT
SQUARES ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER A RARE TO THE MARKET 3 BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED FAMILY HOME FOR SALE IN THE DESIRABLE LOCATION OF SIMPSON, Vacant - No upper chain, Garage & parking, Enclosed rear garden, Downstairs cloakroom, Desirable Simpson location, Gas to warm air heating, Rooftop courtyard terrace, Double glazed, Separate Lounge and dining areas, Fitted kitchen with appliances, Viewing highly recommended.
Smithergill Court, Heelands £219,995
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A TWO BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT FOR SALE IN THE POPULAR TOWNBRIDGE MILL DEVELOPMENT WITH A SOUTH FACING ASPECT, No upper chain, Allocated parking, Double glazed, Gas to radiator heating, Kitchen with appliances, Close to town centre, Close to train station, Lift to all floors in the communal hallway, En suite to master bedroom, 2 Double bedrooms, Viewing highly recommended
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER FOR SALE A THREE BEDROOM MID TERRACED FAMILY HOME, New double glazing throughout, No upper chain, Enclosed rear garden, Separate lounge and dining areas, Gas radiator heating, Downstairs cloakroom, Lounge measures 16’9 x 10’3, Cul de sac location, Viewing highly recommended. The accommodation comprises of Porch, Hallway, Cloakroom, Dining area, Kitchen area, Lounge, Landing, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, gardens and parking.
Greenfields, Leighton Buzzard
VACANT
CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION
£183,750 Cooper Drive, Leighton Buzzard £242,000
SOLD
SQUARES ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER FOR SALE A WARDEN ASSISTED GROUND FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT OFFERED ON A 75% SHARED EQUITY SCHEME WITH ALDWYCK HOUSING, VACANT - KEY IN OFFICE - No upper chain, Communal areas to include tv/entertainment rooms and dining areas, House Manager for emergencies, Under floor heating, Double glazed, Kitchen with appliances, 2 Double bedrooms, Wet room shower room, Outside garden area, Secure entrance, Close to local shops, Viewing highly recommended.
York Court, Leighton Buzzard
SOLD
£120,000
A REFURBISHED TWO BEDROOM MID TERRACE FOR SALE Vacant - No upper chain, Parking to front, Enclosed rear garden, Double glazed, New kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, Downstairs cloakroom, Gas to radiator heating, Viewing highly recommended.
LLullingstone Drive, Bancroft Park £220,000 REDUCED
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER FOR SALE A ONE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR FLAT IN NEED OF MODERNISATION, Vacant - No upper chain - Key in office, Parking to rear, Secure entrance, Requires modernisation, Electric heating, Double glazed, Close to town centre, Viewing recommended.
SQUARES ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER A TWO BEDROOM END TERRACE HOME FOR SALE, Garage & parking to rear of garden, Sealed unit double glazed, Gas to radiator heating, Popular location of Bancroft Park, Conservatory, Fitted kitchen with appliances, Enclosed rear garden, Viewing highly recommended
The Hollies, Leighton Buzzard
£550 pcm
Eagle Close, Leighton Buzzard £660 pcm
Squares are pleased to offer for let an unfurnished ground floor studio apartment.Fully self contained apartment with a mezzanine floor that could be used as adapted bedroom/storage space. Kitchen and Bathroom, Walking distance of Leighton Buzzard train station so ideal for commuters. Allocated parking space to rear, VACANT - Available NOW, Viewing highly recommended.
Grasmere Way, Linslade
£795pcm
Squares the letting agent are pleased to offer for let a one bedroom apartment close to Leighton Buzzard town centre, Fitted kitchen with white goods, UPVc double glazing, open plan kitchen/lounge, gas to radiator heating, allocated parking, available on a 6 or 12 month tenancy, unfurnished, AVAILABLE END MARCH 2020
Sandpiper Way, Leighton Buzzard £695 pcm
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER AN UNFURNISHED 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN THE SOUGHT AFTER AREA OF LINSLADE FOR LET, Available 10th February 2020, Unfurnished, Kitchen with appliances, Electric to radiator heating, 2 double bedrooms, Carport parking, No pets allowed, Viewing highly recommended
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER FOR LET A 2 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT, The accommodation comprises of hall, lounge/diner, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, The property benefits from parking to the rear, kitchen with appliances, double glazing, gas to radiator heating and a secure entrance. Available Mid March 2020, Unfurnished, NO PETS
Delamere Gardens, Linslade
CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION
£815 pcm
West Dock, Leighton Buzzard £895 pcm
AN UNFURNISHED FIRST FLOOR TWO BEDROOM MAISONETTE FOR LET SITUATED IN A POPULAR CUL DE SAC LOCATION IN LINSLADE. AVAILABLE 1ST DECEMBER 2019 ON A 6 OR 12 MONTH TENANCY, Off road parking space, Fitted kitchen with appliances, Bathroom with fitted shower, Ample storage space, a large lounge/diner and separate kitchen, No pets allowed
Garnet House, Vizion
£995 pcm
SQUARES THE LETTING AGENT ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER FOR LET A STUNNING TWO BEDROOM TOP FLOOR PENTHOUSE APARTMENT, Canal and park views from the balcony, kitchen/ breakfast room with built in appliances, Lounge/diner measures 20’8 x 13’2, Gas to radiator heating, UPVc double glazing, En suite shower to master bedroom, Allocated off road parking, Secure entrance, Close to mainline train station, Unfurnished, Vacant - Available NOW - Key in office, professionals only, No Pets.
Heron Close, Leighton Buzzard
£1450 pcm
SQUARES ARE PLEASED TO OFFER FOR LET AN EXECUTIVE FURNISHED ONE BEDROOM 3RD FLOOR APARTMENT IN THE POPULAR VIZION COMPLEX, Rooftop garden, Underground secure parking, Secure concierge entry system, Close to train station & shopping centre, Kitchen with appliances, Balcony, available end February 2020 - Key in office, furnished.
SQUARES ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER A FIVE BEDROOM DOUBLE FRONTED THREE STOREY DETACHED FAMILY HOME FOR LET, Available early April 2020, Unfurnished, Landscaped rear garden, Garage & Driveway parking, 2 en suites shower rooms, 3 reception rooms to include lounge, dining room and study, Fitted kitchen/breakfast & utility room, Double glazed, Gas to radiator heating, Downstairs cloakroom, Flexible accommodation, Viewing highly recommended, 1 DOG CONSIDERED, 12 MONTH TENANCY AVAILABLE.
Leon Hill director
Leon started the company in December 2003 and has been an Estate Agent since August 1991, having run various branches for both corporate and independent companies. I saw an opportunity to really personalise the service that estate agents offer to the public and it is this service that has seen my clients come back to Squares and myself time and time again.
I am very proud of this family run business with my wife to be Eve Samuel as we really care about the personal service we provide.
Eve joined Squares Estate Agents in February 2005, her role has been very diverse over the years and now knows every aspect of the business inside out. Eves primary role is aiding the Director to run the business on a day to day basis helping it to run smoothly. Eve manages the landlord accounts to ensure smooth payments of their rent.
Eve has recently celebrated 14 years service with Squares!
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Lilla Archer lettings administrator
Lilla originally joined Squares Estate Agents in 2004 and left on maternity leave for a period and rejoined in 2013 in order to help in the Lettings department after a period of significant growth. Lilla offers a wealth of knowledge on the property market and lettings management. Lilla is responsible for our referencing, move in’s and check outs.
Mr A Smith
Mrs A Reynolds
Mrs Z Jeeves
The service we received was very friendly, very thorough and sold the property very quickly.
Leon kept us up-todate on the viewings everyday, the feedback was excellent. He was very good with the marketing and sales advice.
If there is any negotiation that needs to take place around price or any aspect of the property. Leon is very open and honest and will advice both me and the tenants as to how we reach a successful tenancy agreement.
I would recommend Squares to family and friends for the key reason that you get a personal service.
I would recommend Squares and I’ve already actually done it, purely because of the quality of service they provided to us.
Mr & Mrs Byass
Mr S Reynolds
Giving you peace of mind every time
Our innovative approach to marketing, together with our unrivalled customer care, makes us the right choice to market your property and guide you through your move
Whether you’re looking to sell or put your property up for rental, when you choose to market your property with Squares, you can be confident that we’ll ensure that everything goes smoothly.
Selling your property
A leading independent agent covering Leighton Buzzard, the name Squares is synonymous with trust, excellence and integrity.
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.
Quite simply we endeavour to sell your home for the best price, in the shortest possible time, providing you an outstanding service, with a personal and friendly approach.
Letting your property
When it comes to letting, as
Squares are members of certified accreditations, you can have peace of mind that your property is in safe hands as we ensure you are fully compliant with your landlord duties.
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.
The power of social media
Your property will also receive its very own FREE property website showcasing a property video, OFSTED reports, and property brochures; something that we are proud to say is exclusive to Squares in our area.
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.
Comparables of houses SOLD and price guides Video microsite on our website
Rightmove featured property advertising*
Feature in our monthly magazine
Print marketing: Property brochure, photography, floorplans and newspapers
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EXCLUSIVE PERSONALISED RECEIVE YOUR VERY OWN PROPERTY WEBSITE
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Portals and websites Want to find out more about our range of exclusive services?
Feature on our Facebook & Twitter
Property video All our applicants receive your property on their own search for a home website
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