2 properties on 1 lot

[Addam Driver]

Hi BP!!

So check this out.  I'm purchasing my first duplex and while on google maps I noticed that the structure I am looking to purchase actually has 2 properties on it (another duplex).  This whole time we've been going off of 1 property address.  I'm not sure how to proceed...

I'm assuming the address of the parcel/property covers that piece of land.  So does that mean IF I went through with this (pending the banks financing), I would basically end up buying BOTH duplexes since it's on the same land?  or would I have to do something extra to get the property I was originally looking for.

Thanks in advance!

[Bob Razler]

Hello:

Never go by google maps for property issues like this.  Go down to the county courthouse and pull the file on the lot.  Hopefully, there is a plot plan done by a surveyor at some point in the past.  The county should also have tax maps that show all parcels (with rough dimensions).

Those resources should give you an idea of the lots involved and the respective owners.

Good Luck!

Bob