Escrow & Title
In Michigan, a seller who provides a quitclaim deed instead of a warranty deed:
AGuarantees the title is clear of all defects
BTransfers only whatever interest they have with no warranty✓ Correct
CCannot be held liable for any title defects
DMust disclose why they are using a quitclaim instead of a warranty deed
Explanation
A quitclaim deed conveys only the interest the grantor has (if any) without any covenants or warranties. The buyer accepts the risk that the grantor may have limited or no interest, and cannot sue the grantor on title covenants.
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