We've found some great mapping resources to aid in your real estate investing research. Search graphic, topo, satellite, arial photo, and hazard maps.

National Mapping Services

Google Maps Map addresses around the U.S. graphically, or by satellite. Also driving directions. MapQuest National mapping and driving directions. MSN Maps National mapping and driving directions. TerraServer Search Aerial photo maps and Topo Maps across the US Windows Live Local Aerial photo and road mapping platform. Yahoo Maps National mapping and driving directions. Globe Xplorer Library of satellite imagery and maps

3D Earth Viewing Software

Google Earth 3D Earth-viewing software - Free Download NASA World Wind Open Source 3D Earth-viewing software developed by NASA that accesses NASA JPL database. Free download.

Hazard Mapping Resources

ESRI/FEMA Hazard Awareness Find flood hazard areas, recent earthquakes, (historic earthquakes, hailstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes and windstorms) FEMA Flood Maps - Click on Map Search Locate flood maps for regions and cities across the United States FEMA Hazard Maps Locate areas where hazards have occurred. e.g. hurricanes, floods, hail storms, volcanic activity USGS Seismic Hazard Maps Find seismic zones around the country. ABAG Interactive Liquefaction Zone Mapping - Bay Area, CA Use this interactive online mapping platform to search liquefaction zones in the Bay Area, CA.

Water Mapping Resources

Ground Water Atlas of the United States From the USGS: search aquifers, rainfall, and other relevant information.

Assorted Mapping Resources

NationalAtlas.gov Search national atlas for agricultural, biological, and geological resources. Also search crime, economic, energy, health, and population stats overlaid on maps.