A property survey is essential for real estate investors, developers and homeowners to delineate and understand property boundaries, topography and existing development on a piece of land. The surveys ...

Whether you’re buying a new home or building an addition onto a property you already own, you’ll probably need a property survey. These help determine or confirm land boundaries, such as the plot of ...

The Small Home, Big Decisions series follows Jennifer and her husband, Tyler, as they build a self-reliant homestead on a piece of country property in northeastern Kansas. The series will delve into ...

Because I live in the country and have done some surveying, I am often being asked about property boundaries. The questions are varied: “How much does a surveyor cost?” “Can I do it myself?” “What ...

Land ownership and property management involve complex systems and regulations. Understanding the difference between property maps and a survey is key to solving this riddle. While these tools are ...

Q: At our recent closing, we were charged $225 for a survey. We were told this was required by the lender. What exactly is a survey? A: Oversimplified, a survey will show the boundaries of your ...

While it is not a legal requirement for buyers to commission a property survey, it is almost always an advisable step. A property survey helps buyers determine the exact location of property lines, as ...