2026 Slowdown: Why You’ll Need a Property Survey First

Surveyors using equipment at a construction site while performing a property survey during early project planning

Builders, homeowners, and developers are preparing for a different kind of year. Recent reports from the Associated General Contractors of Minnesota show that confidence for 2026 is dipping. Contractors feel pressure from rising wages, higher material prices, and a growing worker shortage. Because of these changes, many people planning new projects may feel unsure about […]

Smart Developers Start With a Boundary Line Survey

Surveying instrument set up on a city street for a boundary line survey before redevelopment

If you’re converting a property, you should start with a boundary line survey. That’s true whether you’re working on a new build, a temporary site, or a redevelopment project. Recently, a business owner on Lake Street transformed a cleared lot into a hygiene and outreach hub. The idea sparked conversations about community use, quick development, […]