Property Surveys Uncovered Red Flags, Disputes & Costly Mistakes (Inside Hawaii Real Estate)
Property Surveys Uncovered: Red Flags, Disputes & Costly Mistakes; The Truth About Property Lines & Disputes (Inside Hawaii Real Estate). The hosts for this show were Will Tanaka and Leonie Lam. The guest was Victor Rasgado.
The discussion was: Hosts Will Tanaka and Leonie Lam welcome Victor Rasgado, President of the Hawaii Land Surveyors Association and Senior Surveyor at Stantec Consulting Services, to break down the critical role of land surveys in real estate. From missing property corners and boundary discrepancies to encroachments and legal pitfalls, Victor unpacks the survey process and why hiring a licensed professional is essential. He also highlights industry challenges, including illegal surveys and unreliable markers, and explores how drones and GIS mapping are transforming the field. With decades of experience, Victor shares expert insights on how homeowners and real estate professionals can navigate survey issues to protect their investments. Real-world cases—like the infamous Puna property mix-up, where a home was built on the wrong lot—underscore the high stakes of land surveying.
The takeaway was: Victor Rasgado emphasizes that understanding land surveys is crucial for homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals to protect their investments and avoid costly legal disputes. Ordering a survey early in a transaction can prevent boundary issues, encroachments, and unexpected discrepancies. Victor highlights the importance of hiring a licensed surveyor to ensure accuracy and compliance with Hawaii’s land survey laws and discusses how modern technology like drones and GIS mapping is improving precision. Surveyors don’t just map land—they protect investments, prevent disputes, and reveal problems before they become lawsuits.
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