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A different document called a deed is used to convey real estate. In a real estate contract, the type of deed to be used to convey the real estate may be specified, such as a warranty deed or a quitclaim deed. If a deed type is not specifically mentioned, "marketable title" may be specified, implying a warranty deed should be provided.
A warranty deed is a type of deed where the grantor (seller) guarantees that they hold clear title to a piece of real estate and has a right to sell it to the grantee (buyer), in contrast to a quitclaim deed, where the seller does not guarantee that they hold title to a piece of real estate.
Grant deeds strike a balance between protection and simplicity. [2] They use precise and unambiguous language to ensure clarity and understanding, and they include warranties that offer protection against future claims on the property. [2] Grant deeds require full disclosure of any encumbrances on the property, such as liens or restrictions. [1]
In law, a warranty is an expressed or implied promise or assurance of some kind. The term's meaning varies across legal subjects. [1] In property law, it refers to a covenant by the grantor of a deed. [2] In insurance law, it refers to a promise by the purchaser of an insurance about the thing or person to be insured. [3]
The FTC specifically identified that informing consumers that warranties are voided if they break a warranty sticker or seal on the unit's packaging, use third-party replacement parts, or use third-party repair services is a deceptive practice, as these terms are only valid if the manufacturer provides free warranty service or replacement parts ...
But a quitclaim deed contains no such warranty, and the grantee is entitled only to whatever interest the grantor actually possesses at the time. [7] Indeed, a quitclaim deed may offer the grantee no warranty at all regarding the status of the property's title (ownership), [ 8 ] and there may be no guarantee that the grantor owns an interest in ...
When the conditions on the sale contract have been met, legal title passes to the buyer in what is known as closing. In England and Wales , the terms "purchaser" and "vendor" are used. [ 1 ] Properties that are sold on the basis of equitable title have a legal chain of title intact, and a recorded transfer with the local municipality.
Torrens title is a land registration and land transfer system in which a state creates and maintains a register of land holdings, which serves as the conclusive evidence (termed "indefeasibility") of title of the person recorded on the register as the proprietor (owner), and of all other interests recorded on the register.