quitclaim deed

American  

noun

Law.

1. 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.

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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

If you’re going through a divorce, planning your estate or getting married and need to transfer real estate property, a quitclaim deed may be your best alternative.

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

A quitclaim deed can be used to add a spouse to a property title, or it can be used as a quick way of transferring property between two parties.

From Encyclopedia.com ● Mar. 21, 2018

You will have to sign a quitclaim deed, though, so as to clear up the title.

From Frank Merriwell, Junior's, Golden Trail or, The Fugitive Professor by Standish, Burt L.