From Dream Lot to Legal Knot: The ALTA Survey Twist
Buying the perfect piece of land in Chicago feels exciting. You picture your future home overlooking the skyline, your new business on a busy street, or maybe a smart investment in one of the city’s growing neighborhoods. However, in real estate, what you see isn’t always what you get. That’s where an ALTA survey can […]
Why You Should Consider Getting a Topographic Survey
Planning to build a new home, start a renovation, or develop a property in the Chicago area? Before you break ground, there’s one important step you shouldn’t skip — getting a topographic survey. While it might not be the first thing that comes to mind during the planning phase, a topographic survey in Chicago, Illinois […]
When Is a Boundary Survey Enough?
If you’re buying property, building a fence, or making changes to your land in Illinois, you’ve probably heard the term “boundary survey.” It sounds simple enough—but is it always enough? And what about those more complex ALTA surveys people talk about? Let’s clear things up and help you figure out when a boundary survey gets […]