07/28/2026
🏡✨ TITLE TIDBITS TUESDAY ✨🏡
Think your fence automatically marks your property line? 🤔 Not so fast!
One of the most common misconceptions in real estate is that the existing fence defines the legal property boundary. In reality, fences don’t always follow property lines and may be affected by surveys, easements, encroachments, or long-standing agreements.
Before buying, selling, or building, it’s important to know exactly where your property begins and ends. A title commitment and, when appropriate, a current survey can help identify potential issues before they become costly surprises.
💡 Quick Takeaways:
✔️ A fence isn’t always on the property line.
✔️ Easements and encroachments can affect ownership and use.
✔️ A survey provides the most accurate picture of property boundaries.
✔️ Addressing boundary questions early can help prevent delays at closing.
At Equity Title of Colorado, we’re here to help make every transaction as smooth as possible by identifying potential title issues before closing day.
Have questions about property boundaries or title? We’d love to help!