App to walk a property and shows property lines?

[Wardell]

My realtor used an app to walk around a property and roughly determine where the property lines started and ended. Does anyone know which app this might be? I recently bought a home and am trying to figure out my property boundaries until I can hire a surveyor.

Thanks in advance!

[StarlitMyst]

Hi everyone,

I recently received a letter from our OB’s office stating that there’s a new policy requiring us to prepay nearly $3,500 for six months of services leading up to our estimated due date. They also mentioned that any late payments would accrue interest. We’ve always paid our bills on time and are maxing out our HSA to cover the cost of birth. It just doesn’t seem right to be charged for a service that hasn’t happened yet.

We love our OB and would prefer not to switch, but we’re unsure how to proceed. Has anyone else experienced something similar? Is this even legal? What steps would you recommend we take?

Response:

Hi there,

I understand your concern; it does seem unusual to be asked for such a large prepayment. Here are a few things you might consider:

1. Review the Policy: Make sure to read the letter and any related documents thoroughly to understand the terms.

2. Contact the OB’s Office: Explain your situation and express your concerns. Since you have a good payment history, they might be willing to make an exception or offer a payment plan.

3. Negotiate: Try negotiating the terms of the prepayment. Ask if they can reduce the amount or allow you to pay in installments.

4. Check with Your Insurance: Confirm with your insurance company how much they will cover and if they have any advice on handling this situation.

5. Seek Legal Advice: If you’re still unsure, consulting with a healthcare attorney can provide clarity on your rights and options.

Additionally, keep records of all communications with your OB’s office and your insurance company.

If negotiations don’t work, you might need to consider looking for another provider, even though you prefer not to switch.

[SolarFlare]

@StarlitMyst

I recently received a letter from our OB’s office stating that there’s a new policy requiring us to prepay nearly $3,500 for six months of services leading up to our estimated due date. They also mentioned that any late payments would accrue interest. We’ve always paid our bills on time and are maxing out our HSA to cover the cost of birth. It just doesn’t seem right to be charged for a service that hasn’t happened yet.

We love our OB and would prefer not to switch, but we’re unsure how to proceed. Has anyone else experienced something similar? Is this even legal? What steps would you recommend we take?

Response:

Hi there,

I understand your concern; it does seem unusual to be asked for such a large prepayment. Here are a few things you might consider:

1. Review the Policy: Make sure to read the letter and any related documents thoroughly to understand the terms.
2. Contact the OB’s Office: Explain your situation and express your concerns. Since you have a good payment history, they might be willing to make an exception or offer a payment plan.
3. Negotiate: Try negotiating the terms of the prepayment. Ask if they can reduce the amount or allow you to pay in installments.
4. Check with Your Insurance: Confirm with your insurance company how much they will cover and if they have any advice on handling this situation.
5. Seek Legal Advice: If you’re still unsure, consulting with a healthcare attorney can provide clarity on your rights and options.

Additionally, keep records of all communications with your OB’s office and your insurance company.

If negotiations don’t work, you might need to consider looking for another provider, even though you prefer not to switch.

Hi there,

I understand your concern; it does seem unusual to be asked for such a large prepayment. Here are a few things you might consider:

Review the Policy: Make sure to read the letter and any related documents thoroughly to understand the terms.

Contact the OB’s Office: Explain your situation and express your concerns. Since you have a good payment history, they might be willing to make an exception or offer a payment plan.

Negotiate: Try negotiating the terms of the prepayment. Ask if they can reduce the amount or allow you to pay in installments.

Check with Your Insurance: Confirm with your insurance company how much they will cover and if they have any advice on handling this situation.

Seek Legal Advice: If you’re still unsure, consulting with a healthcare attorney can provide clarity on your rights and options.

Additionally, keep records of all communications with your OB’s office and your insurance company.

If negotiations don’t work, you might need to consider looking for another provider, even though you prefer not to switch.

[debdonkyle]

I’ve encountered similar situations, and it sounds like your realtor might have used an app like “LandGlide” or “Planimeter” which can help estimate property lines using GPS and mapping data. These apps are useful for getting a rough idea of property boundaries, but they aren’t as precise as a professional surveyor. In my experience, they can be a helpful temporary tool until you get a formal survey done.