What to Know About ALTA Land Title Survey Certification

Professionals reviewing an ALTA land title survey certification before a commercial property closing

When you order an ALTA land title survey, you probably focus on the map. You look at boundary lines, building locations, easements, and access points. That makes sense. However, one section often gets overlooked — the certification. Before you close on a commercial property, you need to understand what that certification means. It may look […]

How to Write an ALTA Survey Scope That Prevents Delays

Reviewing property plans and documents while preparing an ALTA survey scope for a closing

If you’re ordering an ALTA survey for a commercial property deal, you might think the hard part happens in the field. People picture crews, equipment, and boundary work. However, many loan closing delays don’t start on the site. They start in the very first request email. Yes — the way you write the ALTA survey […]