Escrow & Title
In Louisiana, which of the following is a 'general warranty' covenant provided in a warranty deed?
AThe grantor guarantees the property is free of environmental contamination
BThe grantor warrants title against defects arising from any source, even prior to the grantor's ownership✓ Correct
CThe grantor warrants only against defects arising during their period of ownership
DThe grantor warrants that the property has no code violations
Explanation
A general warranty deed contains a covenant where the grantor warrants title against defects from any source — including defects that arose before the grantor acquired the property. A special warranty deed limits the warranty to defects arising only during the grantor's ownership.
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