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 ...

I'm looking at putting up a fence in my yard, but my homeowners association requires a survey showing where the fence will be before approval. Is a survey something I would have gotten when I bought ...

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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 ...

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 ...

You probably already know that when the time comes to build a new fence, you need to find a qualified fencing and decking contractor to do the work (unless you have the skills to DIY, that is). But, ...

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 ...

Having lived in several states, owning primary residences and investment properties, Josh Patoka uses his experience using mortgages and HELOCs to help first-time home buyers and home owners find the ...

The amount of work required after making an offer on a home and actually moving in might be more than you think. For example, some homebuyers may need to get a property survey before they close on a ...