Buying a brand-new home can be a very exciting time! When we think of the word “new” we think of words like perfect, without error, unblemished, etc. These types of words have absolutely nothing to do with whether you need a survey or you don’t. There are a few...
A legal description is a geographical description of real estate that identifies its precise location and boundaries for the purpose of a legal transaction, such as a transfer of ownership. A legal description is kept with the deed and filed with the county recorder...
You would think that with all the decades of experience homebuilders have, and with all the technology that we have at our fingertips that we would be able to know just how big of a house can fit on a lot without “going over”. Apparently, that’s not always the case....
Owning property can be a complex situation. What you can do with it depends, in part, on where the property line ends and where it is situated. We have broken it down to the most important things to think about when determining what you can do with your property and...
The words “common ground” always throws up a red flag to me. While common ground provides more “space” between you and your neighbors, it doesn’t mean that the land is for your private use and benefit. Common ground is typically deeded to subdivision associations and...
1. There is no other way to Make It Known What You Own. The only way you will know the exact location of your property corners is by having the property surveyed. 2. You don’t want to have to rebuild your fence! Think about that, you will know exactly where your...
