Escrow & Title
A deed that conveys property with implied warranties against encumbrances and defects during the grantor's period of ownership is called a:
AGeneral warranty deed
BSpecial (limited) warranty deed✓ Correct
CQuitclaim deed
DBargain and sale deed
Explanation
A special (limited) warranty deed contains implied warranties only against defects and encumbrances arising during the grantor's period of ownership. It does not warrant against defects that occurred before the grantor owned the property.
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