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Types of Deeds

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📄 Contracts & Transfer of Title

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GENERAL WARRANTY DEED: the strongest — grantor warrants clear title against all defects, even before they owned it. SPECIAL (limited) WARRANTY DEED: warrants only against defects arising during the grantor's ownership. QUITCLAIM DEED: no warranties — conveys whatever interest the grantor has (or none); used to clear clouds on title. A deed must be in writing, signed by the grantor, and delivered/accepted.

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Is Types of Deeds on the real estate exam?

Yes. Contracts & Transfer of Title is a scored domain on the real estate licensing exam, and this topic appears in the national portion.

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