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How can we determine property lines?

How can we determine property lines?

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...
Do I Need a Survey If I Buy a New Construction House?

Do I Need a Survey If I Buy a New Construction House?

by Shelly C | Oct 21, 2022 | ALTA Survey, Boundary survey, Common Ground, Surveying Related, Title Insurance

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...
What is the Legal Description of a Property?

What is the Legal Description of a Property?

by Shelly C | Sep 26, 2022 | Boundary survey, Common Ground, Surveying Related

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...
Survey Nightmares: Just Because It’s New Construction Doesn’t Mean It’s Error Free

Survey Nightmares: Just Because It’s New Construction Doesn’t Mean It’s Error Free

by Shelly C | May 18, 2022 | Boundary survey, Common Ground, Surveying Related

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....
When You Own Property a Fence Won’t Determine Your Property Lines

When You Own Property a Fence Won’t Determine Your Property Lines

by Shelly C | Jan 18, 2022 | Boundary survey, Common Ground, Stake Survey, Surveying Related

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...
It’s Halloween and a Perfect Time to Talk Survey Nightmares: What Is A Common Ground Myth?

It’s Halloween and a Perfect Time to Talk Survey Nightmares: What Is A Common Ground Myth?

by Shelly C | Oct 25, 2021 | Common Ground

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...
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