Titles & Deeds

Quitclaim Deed

A deed that transfers whatever interest the grantor holds, if any, with no warranties of title.

A quitclaim deed transfers only the interest the grantor actually holds, and it makes no warranties. If the grantor holds no interest, the grantee receives nothing. Because it carries no title covenants, it offers the grantee the least protection.

Quitclaim deeds are commonly used to clear a cloud on title, transfer property between family members, or correct a defect in a prior deed.

On the exam

When the goal is to release or clear a possible interest rather than guarantee title, the answer is often a quitclaim deed.

Exam trap

A quitclaim deed makes no promises about title. A buyer in an arm's-length sale should not accept one in place of a warranty deed.

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Ownership & Title (8% of the exam)

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Texas Property Code, conveyances

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