What Flood Maps Miss and an ALTA Title Survey Reveals
When the news broke that a Montana town changed its FEMA flood maps—only to get hit by real flooding weeks later—homebuyers across the country started asking questions. Could the same thing happen here in Tupelo, Mississippi? The story went viral because it revealed something important: flood maps can change, but water doesn’t always follow paper […]
How FAA’s Part 108 Impacts Survey Drones Nationwide
Survey drones are changing how Tupelo looks at land. For years, local surveyors and developers have used these small flying tools to capture aerial data, map flood zones, and inspect big properties. Now, with the FAA’s new Part 108 proposal, these drones could soon fly farther and work faster than ever. The rule—focused on Beyond […]
Boundary Survey Confusion at Home Closings
Buying a home is exciting, but it also comes with details that can feel overwhelming. One document that often causes confusion is the boundary survey. Many buyers walk into the closing table expecting to get an original stamped survey in their hands. Instead, they leave with a copy, and sometimes not even a physical one—just […]