Escrow & Title
A Missouri warranty deed contains covenants by the grantor. Which covenant guarantees that the grantor has the right to convey the property?
ACovenant of quiet enjoyment
BCovenant of seisin✓ Correct
CCovenant against encumbrances
DCovenant of further assurance
Explanation
The covenant of seisin in a Missouri general warranty deed warrants that the grantor actually owns and has the right to convey the property. 'Seisin' is the feudal term for possession and ownership.
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