Ian Mitchell Journalist Profile

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Leasehold vs Freehold: Legal Guide for Property Owners

Jun 4, 2024 | lexology.com | Ian Mitchell

The main difference between leasehold and freehold property ownership lies in control and duration. Freehold ownership means owning the property and the land it stands on indefinitely. Leasehold ownership, however, means leasing the land from the freeholder for a specific period, which can affect long-term rights and costs, including service charges and ground rent.
Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill introduced to the House of Commons: Key Takeaways

Nov 30, 2023 | lexology.com | Ian Mitchell

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill was introduced to the House of Commons and was given its First Reading on Monday 27 November 2023.
Scrum.org Professional Scrum Facilitation Skills

Aug 3, 2023 | eventbrite.com | Ian Mitchell

About the Trainer:Ian Mitchell's experience in iterative and incremental delivery began with a PhD on object-oriented rapid prototyping in 1997. He then worked as a developer for several years where he witnessed the failure of many initiatives that were allegedly implementing Scrum. He realized that his true vocation was to help teams and organizations to better understand agile practice.
A Dual Evidence Agenda: Delivering Greater Impact for Development and Global - World

Mar 20, 2023 | reliefweb.int | Amanda Glassman |Janeen Madan Keller |Ian Mitchell

Attachments Download Report (PDF | 383.5 KB) by Amanda Glassman , Janeen Madan Keller , Julia Kaufman and Ian MitchellThe World Bank’s evolution is a large part of the international response to global challenges like climate change and pandemic risks, with significant attention on amounts and sources of money. But less attention is paid to an inconvenient truth: few policymakers and experts know what works to make measurable progress against global challenges.
When should I extend my flat’s lease

Feb 27, 2023 | lexology.com | Ian Mitchell

Deciding when to extend the lease on your flat can depend on a number of factors, including the current length of the lease, the value of the property, and your future plans for the property. Here are some things to consider:Lease length: Generally, it’s a good idea to extend your lease when it has less than 80 years remaining. This is because the cost of extending the lease increases significantly once it drops below 80 years, due to the way that the calculation is made.