So you've found the perfect home but it's out in the country and the Seller is not sure where the stakes are located, what to do about it.
Here in the Northwoods, every property is unique and although there may be plats of survey on file in the local courthouse, they may be very old and over the years, sometimes stakes get moved by accident or intention. If you are purchasing a home that is in an area where a plat is on file, then you may just want to have your corners marked by a licensed professional surveyor. If, on the other hand you cannot find a plat, or any stakes, and the owner is unsure, it is a good idea to have a professional survey done prior to your closing.
A survey may be as little as having the corners and boundaries marked or as much as locating all the improvements on the lot. No matter what you decide, you will feel confident at closing that you know for sure what you are buying and where your property begins and ends. Good Luck!