Escrow & Title
A general warranty deed in Pennsylvania provides the grantee with which covenants?
ASeisin and quiet enjoyment only
BCovenants of seisin, quiet enjoyment, further assurances, warranty forever, and freedom from encumbrances✓ Correct
COnly a promise that the seller has not personally encumbered the title
DNo covenants — just the transfer of whatever interest the grantor has
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the broadest protection, including covenants of seisin (grantor owns what they're conveying), quiet enjoyment, against encumbrances, further assurances, and warranty forever (grantor will defend title against all claims). This is the preferred deed type for buyers.
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