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quitclaim deed

American

noun

Law.

a deed that conveys to the grantee only such interests in property as the grantor may have, the grantee assuming responsibility for any claims brought against the property.

Etymology

Origin of quitclaim deed

First recorded in 1750–60

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quitclaim deed

With a quitclaim deed, there is a lower level of protection.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Jun. 6, 2018

You would use a quitclaim deed for property that is not involved in a sale.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Jun. 6, 2018

There are no protections offered in the quitclaim deed, which is one reason why it is not used as often as the general warranty deed.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Mar. 21, 2018

When you fill out a quitclaim deed, there will always be a grantor and grantee.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Mar. 21, 2018

Mrs. Wittleworth signed the quitclaim deed, and took the check.

From Make or Break or, The Rich Man's Daughter by Oliver Optic

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