Contracts
Under Pennsylvania law, which type of deed is used most commonly in residential sales and provides full warranties of title?
AQuitclaim deed
BSpecial warranty deed
CGeneral warranty deed✓ Correct
DBargain and sale deed
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the buyer with the most complete protection, with the grantor warranting title against all claims — even those arising before the grantor owned the property. It is the most common deed used in Pennsylvania residential sales.
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