Pros and Cons of Spot survey vs Boundary survey

Pros:

Less expensive.

Gives a general idea of property/house location.

Shows recorded easements on the drawing.

Quick turnaround time.

Cons:

No property corners are marked.

Does not show fences.

Should not be used to build fences or other improvements per state statute.

Title Company gives the Mortgage Company survey insurance coverage with this type of survey, it does NOT give the Buyer survey coverage.

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