How Drone Land Surveying Is Changing Modern Site Development

Drone land surveying used to review terrain and layout during early site development

Drone land surveying has moved from a “nice-to-have” tool to a core part of how many development projects begin. A recent breakthrough in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms has pushed this shift even further. These new drones can fly longer, plan routes on their own, and collect data more smoothly than before. As a result, […]

Why ALTA Survey Exception Mapping Matters in Deals

ALTA survey exception mapping showing easements and encroachments reviewed during commercial due diligence

Commercial properties are under closer review. The focus is on title exceptions and how they appear on surveys. Deals are becoming more complex, especially with redevelopment projects and older parcels. Because of this, the ALTA survey now plays a larger role in identifying risk early. Clear exception mapping affects closing timelines and legal risk. It […]

Viral Property Scams Reveal Why a Boundary Survey Matters

Property ownership documents highlighting how a boundary survey helps protect land ownership

Property scams used to sound rare and far away. Recently, that changed. A viral news story showed how land was sold without the owner’s knowledge. No break-in. No face-to-face meeting. Just paperwork, digital records, and a forged identity. By the time the real owner found out, the property was already gone. Stories like this spread […]