Property Line Markers vs Fence: What You Need to Know

Backyard fence not aligned with property line markers showing true boundary with survey stakes

A recent viral story caught a lot of attention. A homeowner believed her fence marked the edge of her yard. However, she later found out she had to deal with land beyond that fence. The fence looked right, yet it did not match the real boundary. At first, it sounds unusual. Still, this kind of […]

Why Every Project Needs a Construction Surveyor

Construction surveyor using equipment to check ground levels at a road construction site

A construction surveyor may not be the first person you think of when starting a building project. Yet their role could mean the difference between a smooth development and a costly disaster. In the last week, a dramatic sinkhole in Bangkok swallowed cars, power poles, and part of a road outside a hospital. The video […]

Top 5 Reasons You Need an ALTA Survey Before Closing a Deal

A model of a commercial building placed on a detailed property map, illustrating zoning, parcels, and ALTA survey planning

When you’re involved in a commercial real estate transaction, there’s a lot at stake. Whether you’re a buyer, lender, or attorney, making sure everything is legally sound before closing is critical. One of the most important tools in that process is the ALTA survey. An ALTA survey helps uncover important information about the property—things you […]