Why Skipping a Location Survey Can Cost More Than You Think Skipping a survey might save a few hundred dollars upfront—but it can cost thousands in legal exposure, delays, or lost deals. A Location Survey ... Read More >
2025 Year in Review: Growth, Expansion, and a Stronger Foundation for the Future As we close the book on 2025, there’s much to celebrate at McSteen. We reflect on a year defined not just by steady progress, but ... Read More >
Why a Survey Is One of the Smartest Investments in Your Real Estate Deal A Guide to the Location Survey Process When buying or refinancing a home in Ohio or Indiana, lenders and title companies often request ... Read More >
What to Know Before You Try to Split Your Lot in Ohio If you’re a property owner in Ohio thinking about splitting your lot—maybe to sell part of your land, build a ... Read More >
The Boundary Survey Process in Ohio The Boundary Survey Process at McSteen Step 1: Request & Approval Step 2: Research & Records Step 3: Pre-Calculations (Pre-Calcs) ... Read More >
The Ultimate Guide to ALTA Surveys An ALTA Survey is a critical tool in the commercial real estate process. In Ohio, it’s widely used by lenders, ... Read More >
The Boundary Survey Process: What to Expect and Why It Matters When you’re buying, developing, or dividing land, a Boundary Survey isn’t something to simply check off a list. It’s a ... Read More >
Top 5 Situations That Require a Boundary Survey in Ohio When it comes to protecting your property investment in Ohio, a boundary survey is one of the smartest moves you ... Read More >
Easements, Right-of-Ways, and Setbacks: How Surveys Prevent Legal Issues in Ohio and Indiana Whether you’re finalizing a residential closing or managing a new build, understanding property boundaries and potential land use restrictions related ... Read More >
Mortgage Locations | SLRs – Common Questions Answered When it comes to real estate transactions in Ohio and Central Indiana, speed and accuracy matter. At McSteen, Mortgage Locations ... Read More >
Why Title Insurance Often Requires a Location Report in Ohio and Indiana When you’re buying a home or refinancing a property in Ohio or Indiana, a location report can protect your investment ... Read More >
Understanding the Surveyor’s Role in Indiana Real Estate Closings In the fast-paced world of Indiana real estate, Surveyor Location Reports (SLRs) are a critical yet often overlooked part of ... Read More >
