The Boundary Survey Pre-Check Before You Start Building
Before any fence goes up or a contractor pulls a tape measure, most homeowners feel confident they know where their property ends. After all, the yard has always looked the same. The fence line feels obvious. The neighbor never complained. However, this is exactly where many problems begin. A boundary survey helps confirm legal property […]
Why ALTA Land Title Survey Matters When Land Records Age
When governments admit their land records no longer reflect reality, it should make property owners everywhere pay attention. Recently, the Indian state of Goa announced a full digital re-survey of its land—its first in over 50 years. That move highlights a quiet truth: land records age, drift, and lose accuracy over time. In the U.S., […]
Why Property Line Surveys Lead to Neighbor Disputes
Property line surveys often become the center of neighbor disputes, even when no one expects a problem. Many homeowners believe fences show where land ends. Others trust what has “always been there.” However, surveyors say these beliefs cause more conflict today than ever before. Recent discussions among surveyors show a clear trend: property line surveys […]