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...
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...
While boundary surveys and surveys are very similar in nature there are some specific differences between the two types of surveys. Here is a list of some of the similarities between the two types of surveys: Authorization to perform the survey work is provided by the...
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...
ALTA surveys are typically performed in conjunction with the purchase of commercial property. The survey itself is used by the buyer, the title company, and lender to obtain information about the property in question. There are minimum standards associated with an...
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...
Professional Land Surveyors play a unique role in the purchase and sale of property, regardless if it’s residential or commercial. They work hand-in-hand with title companies during the process. The role of the title company is to ensure the ability for a piece of...
A land survey has three main components to it: Performing research Performing field work Publishing the results Simple, in order for a professional land surveyor to know which property to survey, research must be performed. Research can often include visiting the...
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...
Purchasing a home is one of the largest and most important decisions that you were going to make during your lifetime. There are many steps and phases to purchasing a home including; getting approved for a loan, having a home inspections, obtaining a clear title and...
