Escrow & TitleIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

A general warranty deed in North Carolina provides the buyer with:

AWarranty against defects in construction
BThe grantor's promise to defend title against all claims, both during and before the grantor's ownershipCorrect
CA warranty that the property is free of environmental hazards, as is typically expected in this situation
DA warranty of habitability for one year

Why The grantor's promise to defend title against all claims, both during and before the grantor's ownership Is Correct

Answer B: The grantor's promise to defend title against all claims, both during and before the grantor's ownership

A general warranty deed contains the broadest covenants, guaranteeing the grantee against all defects in title, whether they arose during or before the grantor's period of ownership.

Exam Tip: Escrow & Title

Escrow questions test the neutral third-party role and the sequence of closing events. Remember that the escrow agent acts as a dual agent for both buyer and seller and cannot advocate for either side.

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