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

A quitclaim deed is utilized when you need to transfer an interest in the physical property from one person to another.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Jun. 6, 2018

You’ll be able to download and print your quitclaim deed via a PDF file or Word document.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Mar. 21, 2018

You can find a free quitclaim deed form online by choosing your favorite search engine and conducting a search.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Mar. 21, 2018

The process of preparing, executing and recording a quitclaim deed is determined at the state level.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Feb. 5, 2018

Mrs. Wittleworth knew what a quitclaim deed was.

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

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