The American Land Title Association (ALTA) performs surveys that help ensure your property transactions are successful. ALTA surveys are highly detailed official documents that can serve as invaluable evidence should any disputes arise before, during, or after your transaction is legally made.
ALTA surveying incorporates documentation not just of your property’s official bounds but also of historical data, such as additions or deletions to your property over time, which are related to things like easements or public right-of-way land. These types of surveys are also critical when it comes to title insurance.
ALTA surveying involves three main steps. First, historical documentation is compiled from both public and private records, some of which may be decades old. The second step is for the surveyor to identify monuments that help demarcate your property’s boundaries, such as distinctive corners or intersections with other property lines. Finally, a comprehensive map is drawn up using computer-aided drafting software so that it meets the official ALTA standards and stipulations.
To prepare for ALTA surveying, it’s helpful for you to gather together all of the existing documentation you’re aware of ahead of time. This can save time and prevent confusion once the official surveying is underway, and it can give you a preliminary idea of the situation you’re facing. Overall, however, professional surveyors are highly trained in these matters, and they should know where to look for any missing details or documents.
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