The Latitude Blog.
Practical guides and insights on land surveying, site planning, and property ownership in Michigan. Written for the homeowners, builders, and developers we work with every day.
Why Land Surveys Matter More Than Most Property Owners Realize
A land survey does more than mark property lines. Learn when you need one, which type fits your project, and why an old survey may not be enough.
Read moreWhy you need a boundary survey before building a fence
The fence-line assumption that costs homeowners thousands — and how a quick boundary survey settles it before you dig a single post hole.
Read moreWhat is an ALTA/NSPS survey — and why your lender requires one
A plain-English walkthrough of the most detailed land survey in commercial real estate, what's on it, and why title underwriters insist on one.
Read moreUnderstanding easements: a quick guide for property owners
Easements aren't just legal small print — they affect what you can build, where you can drive, and what you actually own. Here's what to look for.
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