November 6, 2017 2:40 pm
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Property deeds are important articles that play an essential role in society. A deed is a legally binding article that describes a given plot or piece of property and identifies the owner of a piece of land. When a piece of land is sold, the deed is an essential part of the transfer. The names of the parties that are selling and buying the property are signed on the deed to establish a legal transfer of ownership from a grantor to a grantee. In order for deeds to be legally viable, they must meet certain criteria. One of the main... View Article
October 23, 2017 2:40 pm
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When you begin a construction or development project, you agree to take on a myriad of responsibilities and considerations. You have to worry about things such as securing permits, understanding zoning, hiring contractors, coordinating construction efforts, working with architects and finalizing plans, just to name a few. One important aspect of development that you will have to consider is whether the property that you own is located in a floodway. If you want to begin a project on a piece of land located in a floodway, there are extra steps that you will have to take to ensure that you... View Article
September 22, 2017 8:17 pm
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If you are preparing to develop a piece of land, you are going to need a substantial amount of outside help. Making the most of a piece of property can be difficult, especially for those lacking proper training and lots of experience. Whether this is your first time building on a piece of land or you are an experienced developer, you will need to obtain the services of a land planner. Working with a qualified land planner to obtain your site consultation in Guadalupe County, TX is the best way to ensure that you are making the most of your... View Article
September 8, 2017 11:16 pm
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If you need to obtain a FEMA elevation certificate in Guadalupe County, TX, know you can count on the team at Bettersworth & Associates, Inc. to get the ball rolling. But first, there are some important things you should know, and questions you should remember to ask. What is an elevation certificate? An elevation certificate is the official way to document your building’s elevation. You need this if your property is located in an area deemed a Special Flood Hazard Area to prove that a new construction or building improvement is elevated to a proper level. If you live in... View Article
August 25, 2017 11:16 pm
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Whether you own an empty lot or an active property, you should have the parcel’s property lines legally documented as proof of ownership. This is called a boundary line survey. A property boundary survey is a process that determines the property lines and accurately locates the land’s true corners. This type of survey is often done to solidify property information in a deed, but is also for making sure one lot’s property lines are not encroaching on another’s. What is the cost of a boundary survey? The actual cost of a property boundary survey will vary depending on the type... View Article
