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deed legal definition
noun
verb
- A written conveyance of an interest in real property.
- The act of granting a deed in property to another.
quitclaim deed
A deed conveying the grantorÂ’s interest in real property, as is,
including any defects in title, and with no warranty that title is valid.
warranty deed
A deed that contains one or more warranties, such as the validity
of the grantor’s title, the recipient’s right of “quiet enjoyment” of the
property, and the right to resell it free of any encumbrances; contrast quitclaim deed.Â
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