Escrow & Title
A NC 'ALTA survey' (comprehensive land title survey) differs from a standard boundary survey in that it also identifies:
AOnly property boundaries
BEasements, encroachments, rights-of-way, improvements, and other matters that may affect title✓ Correct
COnly the property's area in acres
DUnderground utility locations
Explanation
An ALTA survey meets American Land Title Association standards and identifies not only boundaries but also all improvements, easements, encroachments, rights-of-way, and other matters that could affect title insurance.
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