warranty_deed
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Warranty Deed
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
- California favors grant deeds, not warranty deeds
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