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By Ariel Frogge

A Guide to Property Surveys: Acquisition and Pricing

Curious about what a property survey is? We'll cover the basics around property surveys, how they work, how much they cost, and more important details.

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A property survey is a document that maps out the boundaries and shape of the land in question and highlights the topography as well as manmade features. A property survey provides homeowners with information about their house-to-be's location, dimensions, boundaries, restrictions, and conditions. A land survey can increase your chance of getting a...
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