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Boundary Survey Questions to Ask Before Replacing a Fence

A boundary survey answers some of the most practical questions a homeowner faces before replacing a fence. Where does the property line sit? Does the planned fence cross into a right-of-way? Does the lot have any recorded rules about fence height or placement? A fence replacement looks simple, but several of those questions don’t have reliable answers without a survey. Asking them before work begins prevents problems that are much harder to fix after posts are already in the ground. How a Boundary Survey Connects to Fence Permit Requirements Many fence replacement projects require a permit before work begins. … Continue reading →


Why a Property Survey Belongs in Your Pre-Closing Checklist

A property survey is one of the most useful documents a buyer can have before signing the final papers. Most buyers focus on the inspection report and the title commitment during closing preparation. The survey belongs on that same list. It shows what the property actually looks like on the ground, how the lot is shaped, and whether anything about the land raises a question worth asking before the deal is done. Getting a look at the survey before closing, not after, puts buyers in a much better position. How a Property Survey Can Show If the Land Matches … Continue reading →


ALTA Land Survey Issues That Can Quietly Change a Commercial Deal

An ALTA land survey gives buyers, lenders, and developers a detailed picture of a commercial property before a deal closes. Most people expect a survey to show property lines and building locations. What surprises many commercial buyers is how much more an ALTA survey reveals, and how some of those findings quietly change the direction of a deal. Knowing what to look for before the survey comes back helps everyone involved respond faster when something unexpected shows up. How an ALTA Land Survey Can Find Old Features That Change a Deal Commercial properties carry history. A site that has … Continue reading →