Commercial · Title
ALTA/NSPS surveys that keep commercial deals on schedule
The survey commercial lenders and title underwriters ask for, prepared to the national ALTA/NSPS standard. Delivered on the closing schedule, so the deal keeps moving.
What’s included
Title and records reviewed
We review the title commitment and every record it refers to.
Table A agreed up front
Optional Table A items settled with you and the underwriter before field work, so the scope and fee are set.
Boundary to the standard
Full research, evidence recovery and the certification the standard requires.
On the closing schedule
A sealed survey timed to the closing, and quick answers for the lender, the title company and the attorney.
When you need one
- A commercial purchase, refinance or ground lease with title insurance
- An underwriter wants the standard survey exception removed
- A lender requires ALTA/NSPS
- Several parcels in one deal
Common questions
What is an ALTA survey?
An ALTA/NSPS survey is a boundary survey prepared to a detailed national standard set by the American Land Title Association and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. It addresses the title commitment and the records it refers to, plus any optional items the lender or title insurer chooses from the standard’s Table A.
Do I need an ALTA survey?
Usually only when a lender or title insurer asks for one on a commercial purchase or loan, and we need a copy of your title commitment to complete it. For a typical residential purchase, a standard boundary and physical survey is all that’s required. Tell us who’s asking for the survey and we’ll recommend the right one.
What is ALTA Table A, and which items do I need?
Table A is a list of optional items that can be shown on or included with an ALTA/NSPS survey. Many are straightforward and chosen on nearly every survey. Others are truly optional and can have a real effect on the fee and the schedule. We’re always happy to advise on which items make sense, but the final choice belongs to the lender and the title underwriter.
Can you work with our out-of-state counsel or national underwriter?
Yes, that’s what the standard is for. We deliver the certification language the underwriter asks for and work with counsel wherever they are.
How can we help?
Reach out. If we’re a fit, we’ll offer a no-obligation quote and schedule.