Why Viral Property Maps Fail Without a Property Line Survey
Over the past few days, Minneapolis has seen a surge of map screenshots shared across social media. People are posting parcel outlines, zoomed-in boundary lines, and aerial views to explain what they believe is happening on the ground. At first glance, those images look official. They feel factual. They even appear precise. However, that confidence […]
Why Climate Flooding Is Driving New Topographic Surveys
Flooding is no longer rare. Over the past few years, heavier rain and longer wet seasons have changed how land behaves across the city. Because of this shift, topographic surveys now play a much bigger role in how people plan, build, and protect property. Early in any project, updated survey data can show problems that […]
Due Diligence Survey: Is Your “Road” Actually Legal?
If you’re buying land and the listing says “shared access,” stop and slow down. A due diligence survey can protect you from one of the most expensive surprises in real estate: finding out your “road” works like a handshake deal instead of a real, legal right. And once you close, that surprise can turn into […]