Survey Surprise: When a Boundary Line Threatens Your Closing

Matthew opens with a real escrow story: a cheerful buyer at final walk-through when the lender-requested survey shows the neighbor's shed and fence sitting three feet over the property line, triggering title exceptions and a threatened delay. In this episode Matthew walks listeners through why surveys matter, how to read common survey flags, and the practical options parties use when an encroachment appears late in escrow. You’ll get three clear lessons: quick risk triage (what matters and what’s cosmetic), negotiation and escrow tools to bridge the gap (survey agreements, boundary line insurance endorsements, price or repair concessions), and realistic timelines and costs so you can decide whether to proceed. The monologue is framed for first-time buyers, agents, and sellers who want concrete steps to avoid surprise boundary fights, minimize closing delays, and protect their wallet and timeline.