Escrow & Title
In Massachusetts, the 'covenant of warranty' in a deed means the grantor promises to:
AEnsure the property is free of environmental contamination
BDefend the grantee's title against claims by third parties and compensate for losses if the title fails✓ Correct
CMaintain the property for 5 years after the sale
DGuarantee the property taxes are current
Explanation
The covenant of warranty (covenant of general warranty in a warranty deed) obligates the grantor to defend the grantee's title against claims of superior title by others and to compensate the grantee if the title fails.
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