Escrow & Title
In Massachusetts, a 'quitclaim deed' provides the grantee with:
AA full warranty of title against all claims
BOnly the grantor's interest, whatever it may be, with no warranty✓ Correct
CA guarantee that the property is free of all liens
DTitle insurance backed by the Commonwealth
Explanation
A quitclaim deed in Massachusetts conveys only whatever interest the grantor has — with no warranty of title. If the grantor has no interest, the grantee receives nothing. Quitclaim deeds are used in transfers between family members, in divorce settlements, and to clear title defects.
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