Escrow & Title
Which type of deed provides the greatest protection to the buyer?
AQuitclaim deed
BSpecial warranty deed
CGeneral warranty deed✓ Correct
DBargain and sale deed
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the most protection, as the grantor warrants the title against all defects and claims arising from any point in the chain of title, not just during the grantor's ownership. A quitclaim deed provides no warranties at all.
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