by Shelly C | Jun 27, 2023 | Land Surveying, Surveying Related
There are three main components of having a survey performed: research, field work, and publishing the results. There are many reasons why a survey drawing is needed when having a survey performed. Here are a few of the main points. Missouri State Statute. We produce...
by Shelly C | May 16, 2023 | ALTA Survey, Boundary survey, Commercial
In the world of surveying there are three main types of classifications of property: residential, commercial, and industrial. Each one of those classifications has its own specific unique characteristics that can be identified as a professional land surveyor performs...
by Shelly C | May 16, 2023 | Land Surveying, Surveying Related
Hiring a surveyor may be a little bit more challenging than you may think. Survey companies typically specialize in different areas. Some focus on work related to the engineering field, some work in the construction field, and others work in the residential sector....
by Shelly C | Apr 12, 2023 | Boundary survey, Surveying Related
In my experience, it is not common for a mortgage company or lender to require a survey during the purchase of a real estate transaction. However, if an owner is acquiring a home equity loan to build an addition on the property, the mortgage company may require a...
by Shelly C | Mar 13, 2023 | ALTA Survey
We started the discussion last month regarding the unique characteristics of an ALTA survey and the flexibility that it provides for the client. Because this is a much more intensive look at a property, there are many additional items that can be addressed by the...
by Shelly C | Mar 13, 2023 | Land Surveying, Surveying Related
There are several purposes for having a land survey performed on your property. Here are a few of the different types of surveys and what their use is: Boundary survey. The purpose of this survey is to determine the location of a property. You frequently have a...
by Shelly C | Feb 14, 2023 | ALTA Survey, Commercial, Surveying Related
One of the unique characteristics of an ALTA survey is the flexibility that it provides for the client. Because this is a much more intensive look at a property, there are many additional items that can be addressed by the survey. The Table A provides a list of 19...
by Shelly C | Feb 14, 2023 | Boundary survey, Common Ground, Encroachment, Property Lines, Surveying Related
If you are getting ready to install a fence or add landscaping, you may be interested in knowing where your property lines are located so that you can ensure that you are staying on your own property. The professional who is most associated with property lines is a...
by Shelly C | Dec 22, 2022 | Encroachment, Surveying Related
By definition an encroachment is an intrusion on a person’s territory, rights, etc. In real estate we typically see the term encroachment used to describe items that are on the wrong property. Here are some common examples. Adjoining property fence located onto...
by Shelly C | Dec 22, 2022 | ALTA Survey, Surveying Related
There are 4 key elements that are required to be shown on a plat or map of an ALTA/NSPS land title survey drawing. This information can then be used by the client, lender, or title company to better understand the property and its improvements. The 4 elements are as...
