When a Lot Survey Becomes Part of a Smooth Property Transfer Process
A lot survey shows where a property’s lines fall and what sits on the land. In a Boston property transfer, it often shows up partway through the deal, not at the very start. This walkthrough follows how a lot survey fits into a Massachusetts closing, from the moment someone asks for one to where the […]
How to Prepare a Lot Survey for Older Deeds & Irregular Lots
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country. Because of that, many properties sit on land that was divided, sold, and recorded long before modern standards existed. As a result, preparing for a lot survey often takes more care than people expect. Older deeds, uneven parcel shapes, and tight neighborhoods all play a […]