This question is extremely important to when buying or selling a piece of property or home. Land boundaries are important to potential buyers with the help of Apna Khata. A survey of residential boundary will outline exactly where the property lines are from one corner of the property to another. This will give a general border outline for the buyer to follow. A survey of mortgage is used by lenders and professionals associated in the transaction end of a sale. This is important to determine if any improvement such as landscaping, swimming areas, driveways or such have actually encroached upon a neighbor's yard. If this has happened it will delay the closing until rightful ownership can be determined and settled upon. A land survey is important if looking at property along a cliff or major hillside. A geological survey will help to determine the hazards associated with building in that area.