Why an ALTA Survey Can Save Your Property Development
The fight over gravel mining near Casper Mountain in Wyoming has been in the news a lot lately. Residents, local leaders, and a mining company are in a legal battle over whether a gravel pit should be built near homes and parks. This fight shows why anyone building on land needs clear information before starting […]
ALTA Title Survey: Avoid Closing Delays and Risks
If you’re involved in commercial real estate, you’ve probably heard the term ALTA title survey when closing deals. This type of survey is essential for lenders, buyers, and title companies to understand exactly what’s on and under the land being purchased. Now, the rules for these surveys are changing. The American Land Title Association (ALTA) […]
ALTA Title Survey Challenges: Drones, Scope & Pins
If you’ve ever ordered an ALTA title survey, you know it’s not just a simple property map. It’s the most detailed survey in the industry, combining boundaries, easements, improvements, and title records into one report. Lenders, attorneys, and buyers all rely on it to make million-dollar decisions. Because the standards are strict, surveyors face real […]