Why a Topographic Survey is Key for Building on Sloped Land
Phoenix has grown fast over the past decade. As the city expands, many new homes rise near foothills, desert preserves, and mountain views. These areas offer beautiful scenery and quiet neighborhoods. However, many of these lots sit on uneven ground. Sloped land may look attractive, yet it can create real design challenges. Because of this, […]
Why Every Commercial Land Survey Changed in 2026
If you’re buying, refinancing, or developing commercial property, something important just changed. In February 2026, new national standards took effect for commercial property surveys. Because of that, the way a land survey gets prepared for many commercial deals now follows updated rules. At first, this may sound technical. However, the impact is very real. If […]
2026 Alta Land Title Survey Changes Explained
If you are buying commercial property in Arizona, you may have heard that 2026 brought important changes to the alta land title survey standards. At first, the update may sound technical. However, one part affects closings more than most people expect: how encroachments must be reported. Encroachments may seem small. A fence sits slightly over […]