Escrow & Title
A Massachusetts quitclaim deed provides:
AFull warranty against all title defects
BWarranty only against defects created during the grantor's ownership✓ Correct
CNo warranties—only conveys whatever interest the grantor has
DA guarantee that the property is free of encumbrances
Explanation
In Massachusetts, a quitclaim deed contains a limited warranty—the grantor warrants title only against defects created during the grantor's period of ownership, not for prior defects.
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