Get a survey when buying a home or property

When purchasing real estate you should strongly consider obtaining a survey of the property. Often when you are financing the purchase of a home, the lender will require that a survey be completed. A survey will show you the size of the property and it can also assist you with:

• Determining if any walls, fences, driveways etc. are shared with neighboring home owners.
• Finding out if there are encroachments or easements that affect the property.
• Show if the property is in a designated flood zone.

Purchasing and reviewing a survey prior to closing is beneficial to you as a buyer and will help to eliminating unexpected surprises after closing.

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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255