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5 Recommended Books for Surveyors

  • CourthouseDirect.com Team
  • 06/25/2014
  • Surveying
Between giving attention to the latest industry news, learning more about the intricacies of land surveying and furthering expertise as a land professional, surveyors pursue ongoing education for personal and professional benefit. Among ...
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CourthouseDirect.com Tips and Tricks: Searching the Title Plant Pt. 2

For title agents, landmen, appraisers, and other land professionals, accurately tracing ownership history requires a search and review of court documents. In the past, this involved trekking to the courthouse, often wasting half a day or ...
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CourthouseDirect.com Tips and Tricks: The Title Plant Pt. 1

As a land professional, saving money and time whenever possible is always a top priority. With CourthouseDirect’s Title Plants, you can find needed information without leaving the comfort of your home or office. With an extensive ...
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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Texas Courthouses

Embodying Texas’ independence as a state and governing power, county courthouses erected after 1836 became a reminder of the community’s struggles and progress. Though decimated by more than 50 fires prior to the turn of the century, Texas ...
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6 Surveyors Who Shaped America

  • CourthouseDirect.com Team
  • 06/16/2014
The world, as it is recognized today, would not be so if it were not for land surveying pioneers. Encompassing multiple disciplines, such as engineering, mathematics and physics, surveying is an ancient practice that redefined society’s ...
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Navigating the Different Types of Property Deeds

  • CourthouseDirect.com Team
  • 06/11/2014
  • Legal
Deeds come in multiple forms and with varying levels of protection. From administrator’s deeds and quit claim deeds to traditional and special warranty deeds, understanding the difference between deeds will save you time and money. Whether ...
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Hot Weather Hazards: Surveyors Stay Cool in the Summer

  • CourthouseDirect.com Team
  • 06/09/2014
  • Surveying
With summer quickly approaching, staying cool is a top priority for surveyors. The need to spend hours out in the Texas sun adds to the danger of getting dehydrated or experiencing symptoms of heat stroke. Here are some tips for staying ...
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Surveyors: Network Like a Professional

  • CourthouseDirect.com Team
  • 06/06/2014
  • Surveying
As one of the most effective ways to meet new people, enhance your expertise and stay in-the-know about the latest industry news, professional networking is an important aspect of personal and career advancement. The only way to truly ...
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Take a Look, It's in a Book: Recommended Reading for Landmen

Staying informed about the latest industry news puts landmen on a fast course to career success. As the role of land professionals continues to evolve, reading industry literature is the best way to anticipate changes coming down the pike, ...
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