Escrow & Title
Which Minnesota document transfers an interest in real property but makes no warranties about the quality of title?
AGeneral warranty deed
BSpecial warranty deed
CQuitclaim deed✓ Correct
DBargain and sale deed
Explanation
A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest the grantor has (if any) without any warranties. It is commonly used in Minnesota for: transfers between family members, clearing title defects, correcting mistakes in prior deeds, and divorce property settlements. A buyer accepting a quitclaim deed should obtain title insurance.
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