Escrow & Title
In Massachusetts, the 'covenant of quiet enjoyment' in a deed means:
AThe grantee must maintain a quiet neighborhood
BThe grantor promises the grantee will not be disturbed in possession by the grantor or anyone claiming through the grantor✓ Correct
CThe property is in a quiet suburban location
DThe grantee cannot make noise that disturbs neighbors
Explanation
The covenant of quiet enjoyment guarantees the grantee peaceful possession of the property—that no one with a superior title claim (including the grantor or those claiming through the grantor) will disturb the grantee's possession.
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