A quitclaim deed is a deed that conveys whatever interest the grantor may have in real property, without any warranties.

• Provides no guarantees of title
• Conveys only the interest the grantor has (if any)
• Does not protect the grantee against defects
• Often used to clear title issues

• Transfers between family members
• Divorce settlements
• Correcting title defects
• Removing a cloud on title

• Quitclaim Deed
  • No implied warranties
  • Grantor may have no interest at all

• Grant Deed
  • Implies ownership and lack of undisclosed encumbrances

• A quitclaim deed offers the least protection
• Frequently tested as a no-warranty deed