Property Ownership
Which type of deed provides the GREATEST protection to the grantee by warranting title against all claims, both during and before the grantor's ownership?
AGrant deed
BQuitclaim deed
CGeneral warranty deed✓ Correct
DSheriff's deed
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the broadest protection, with the grantor warranting title against all defects and encumbrances, regardless of when they arose. In California, grant deeds are most commonly used and provide implied warranties only during the grantor's period of ownership.
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