When it comes to the land surveying business, there are quite a few misconceptions about what it is and why people need it.

Property lines offer important insight into your land use and protect you and your relationship with your neighbors. Knowing property lines before purchasing a property can ensure there's no ...

Most homeowners have a rough sense of where their property ends and their neighbor's begins. They know where the fence runs, which side of the hedge they mow, and where they've always assumed the line ...

Dawn Weinberger is a freelance writer in Portland, Oregon who has contributed to numerous publications and websites over the past 20 years, including RD.com, Glamour, Women's Health, Entrepreneur, and ...

Knowing your precise property lines can prevent potential disputes with your neighbors in many scenarios—like who’s responsible for cutting down a fallen tree. You may also want to know these details ...

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 ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

On February 23, 2026, new Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys (the “2026 Standard”) took effect. The 2026 Standard updates ALTA’s 2021 standards of the same name ...

Property lines are legal boundaries that define where property begins and ends. Some property lines are visibly marked, while others are invisible. Homeowners should know their property lines for ...

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 ...