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Quitclaim deed

A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest, if any, the grantor presently has in the property without covenants that the grantor owns the property or that title is free of defects.

Exam area: Transfer of Title

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What does “quitclaim deed” mean in real estate?

A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest, if any, the grantor presently has in the property without covenants that the grantor owns the property or that title is free of defects.

How is “quitclaim deed” different from the closest wrong answer?

Quitclaim concerns absence of title warranties. It does not necessarily mean defective title or a transfer for no consideration.

What is the Georgia-specific rule?

Georgia quitclaim deeds still require proper execution, delivery, and recording practices. The instrument can release a possible claim or clear a title issue.

Worked exam example

Scenario

A former spouse signs a quitclaim deed releasing any interest in property awarded to the other spouse.

What is the most common exam trap?

Trap correction

The grantee receives no greater interest than the grantor actually had.

Original exam check

Apply the definition

Marcus signs a quitclaim deed to a buyer for a parcel he thought he inherited outright. It turns out Marcus owned only a one-quarter interest. What does the buyer receive?

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