Why an ALTA Survey Matters Before Buying a Historic Redevelopment Property

Land surveyor performing an ALTA survey with total station in front of a historic redevelopment building under construction to verify boundaries and site conditions before purchase

Buying a historic redevelopment property can be a smart investment. But before you think about tax credits or renovation plans, one step matters most: ordering an ALTA survey. This article explains what that survey does, why it is so important for older buildings, and why getting it done before you close on the property is […]

How to Find Your Property Lines and When Markers Are Not Enough

Property line marker being located with a metal detector and hand tools in a residential yard

Most homeowners assume they know where their property ends. They point to a fence, a tree line, or an old metal pin in the ground. But in many cases, those reference points are wrong, moved, or not legal proof of anything. If you want to find your property lines the right way, you need to […]

When You Need a Licensed Land Surveyor for Permits 

Architect reviewing site plans and drawings in an office while preparing documents for permit approval

Permit projects in Kansas City do not move forward just because a plan looks good on paper. City reviewers want clear land information before they approve anything. That is where a licensed land surveyor comes in early, not later in the process. Many people think surveying happens after design work. In reality, it often decides […]