Special Warranty Deed
Property
Use our special warranty deed (known as limited warranty deeds in some states) for transferring title to a buyer in a real estate transaction.
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About This Form
A Special Warranty Deed is a legal document used in real estate transactions to transfer ownership of property from the seller to the buyer. Unlike a general warranty deed, it only guarantees that the seller holds clear title to the property during the period of their ownership. This type of deed provides protection to the buyer against any claims or encumbrances that may have arisen during the seller's ownership, but not before. It's commonly used in commercial real estate transactions and provides a middle ground between a quitclaim deed and a general warranty deed.
When to Use This Form
- When selling or buying property with limited warranty protection
- In commercial real estate transactions
- When the buyer wants some assurance of title without a full warranty
- If the seller is only willing to guarantee their period of ownership
- As part of a real estate transaction where a general warranty deed is not feasible
Key Features
- Guarantees clear title during the seller's period of ownership
- Protects the buyer against claims or encumbrances during the seller's ownership
- Commonly used in commercial real estate transactions
- Provides a middle ground between a quitclaim deed and a general warranty deed
- May require notarization for legal validity
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