While not always required, it’s highly advised that any property owner attain an official title survey of their property conducted by trained title surveying professionals. An official title survey assures the buyer, seller, or mortgage lender that the transaction will be clear, straightforward, and completely legal. Property transactions can become legal messes down the road when there is not very clear and accurate documentation of not just the bounds of a given property but also potential details such as easements or right-of-ways.
For cash transactions not involving a mortgage lender, even though a title is certainly not required, it is still advised. Any number of issues could arise down the road, and having official documentation always makes handling any legal issue significantly less stressful and time-consuming. Also, the owners of neighboring properties can sometimes assert boundary demarcations that don’t align with where you thought your property began or ended, so having that official documentation to back yourself up is an invaluable.
Beyond on-the-ground site surveying, title surveying also requires significant research into prior surveys and historical documentation related to how a piece of land has changed hands over the years. Having a professional surveyor handle these matters ensures the quality of the documentation as well as peace of mind for you as the landowner.
If you are looking to have title surveying done on your property to attain an official, legally sound title survey, reach out to our team of professionals today at Meridian Geomatics LLC, and we’d be happy to discuss your situation with you.