The Land Survey
The Boundaries of Your Property
increments. In the 1600s, chains, such as the “gunter’s chain,” were used to measure distance. A gunter's chain was 66 feet long and made up of 100 links and was the most popular method of measuring property. Trees and line fences became popular only a few centuries ago to mark property lines. The individuals who used these tools for land surveys were called land surveyors. Today, the surveyor uses sophisticated equipment that utilizes the magnetic fields of the earth to determine the boundaries of a property. Often, they draw out the plat, or map of the property, through the use of iron rods and pins for future reference points once the land is measured correctly. If you’re buying a home, you don’t often need to have a land survey done. If there is already a survey recorded in the public records, you generally do not need a new one. However, if you suspect that a neighbor is impinging upon the property you plan to purchase, you can have a survey done. It diminishes any future problems that might occur once the house is yours. In the chance the title abstract shows there hasn’t been a survey, your attorney will contact you to discuss whether or not you need one.
A land survey takes place when
a homebuyer wishes to know exactly how
much land they have when purchasing a property. The
survey measures the surface of the earth to locate the boundary lines of a property, determine its acreage, and identify if there are any encroachments from adjoining properties. It can also
reveal any improvements the property may have undergone, such as the addition of a shed, well, or house. Any evidence of wetlands, ponds, easements, or roads that may impact the property's boundaries and any access it has with a main road are also revealed by the land survey.
Hundreds of years ago, the measurement of property boundaries was conducted with a series of tools and objects. The ancient Egyptians used ropes rubbed in a mixture of beeswax and resin that were stretched out and knotted in
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● 2 teaspoons granulated garlic ● 2 teaspoons granulated onion ● 1/3 cup canola oil ● 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
● 3/4 cup popcorn kernels ● 2 tablespoons flaky sea salt ● 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds ● 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds
Directions
1. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sesame seeds. Shake skillet often and cook until white seeds are golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and add garlic, onion, and salt. 2. In a large saucepan, combine popcorn kernels and oil. Cook over medium-high heat, covered, until popcorn kernels start to pop. Once popping, continue cooking and shaking the pan intermittently until popping ceases, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl. Pour in butter and toss to coat. Finally, add seasoning, toss again, and serve.
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