How real estate agents check property boundaries on the go

When a buyer at an inspection asks "what's the lot size?" or "where does the boundary sit at the back?", the last thing you want is to say "I'll get back to you on that." MapMyLot lets you answer in 10 seconds, from your phone, with a boundary polygon on satellite imagery and the lot area in square metres. This guide covers how to use it efficiently during inspections and why it is a better fit for most agents than Landchecker for on-the-go boundary checks.

The problem: lot size questions at inspections

Buyers increasingly want to know exact lot dimensions before they make an offer. Title searches take days and cost money. Government portals require a lot number most agents do not have memorised. Calling the office to look it up kills momentum during a viewing.

MapMyLot solves this with a plain address search. Type the property address, tap the boundary, read the lot size. The whole lookup takes under 10 seconds on a mobile browser - no app install required.

How to use MapMyLot during an inspection

1. Open mapmylot.com/app in your phone browser.
2. Type the property address and select it from the suggestions.
3. The boundary polygon loads on the map. Tap it to see the area and perimeter.
4. Switch to satellite view to show the buyer where the boundary sits relative to the fence and neighbouring properties.
5. With Pro, export a branded PDF report to share with the buyer on the spot or by email.

Print a branded report before the inspection

For a more professional presentation, many agents export the boundary report beforehand and print it to hand to buyers along with the rest of their inspection pack - flyers, floor plans, and section 32. The PDF includes your agency name and logo, giving you a polished, co-branded document that reinforces your attention to detail and sets you apart from agents who just wave a hand at the fence line.

The workflow is simple: search the address at your desk, export the branded PDF, print, and add it to your inspection folder. No extra software, no graphic designer required.

What Pro gives agents

The free tier allows 5 lookups per day - enough for casual use. MapMyLot Pro at $19.99/month gives:

• Unlimited boundary lookups across Australia, New Zealand, Canada (BC, MB, NB), and the UK
• Unlimited PDF boundary reports with your agency branding and logo
• Individual segment lengths for each boundary side (useful for fencing or extension quotes)
• No per-report cost - works out to less than $1 per working day

MapMyLot Pro vs Landchecker for agents

If you need planning overlays, development application tracking, or title-related information for conveyancing, Landchecker is the right tool. If you need to answer "what is the lot size?" and "where is the boundary?" from a street address on your phone during an inspection, MapMyLot is faster and 75% cheaper.

Coverage for agents working across borders

Australian agents working with international buyers, or agents who advise on properties in New Zealand, British Columbia, or the UK, can use a single MapMyLot Pro subscription across all covered jurisdictions. No separate subscription per country. This covers the majority of the English-speaking markets where Australian investors and buyers are active.

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