Escrow & Title
A special warranty deed in Oklahoma differs from a general warranty deed because the grantor warrants title only:
AFor a period of five years after conveyance
BAgainst defects arising during the grantor's period of ownership, not against defects that existed before the grantor acquired the property✓ Correct
CFor commercial properties only
DAgainst physical defects in the property
Explanation
A special warranty deed (sometimes called a limited warranty deed) contains covenants only for the period the grantor owned the property. The grantor does not warrant against defects that existed before their ownership, limiting the grantor's liability.
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