A warranty deed is a deed that provides the highest level of protection to the grantee by guaranteeing clear title and defending against all title defects, past and present.
Key Characteristics
Conveys title to real property
Includes express warranties
Protects the grantee against all defects
Rarely used in California
Types of Warranty Deeds
General Warranty Deed
Grantor warrants title against all defects, even those before ownership
Special Warranty Deed
Grantor warrants only against defects occurring during their ownership
Warranty Deed vs Grant Deed
Warranty Deed
Full warranties
Maximum buyer protection
Grant Deed
Limited implied warranties
Common in California
Exam Tip
Warranty deeds provide more protection than grant deeds