Property Ownership
Which type of deed provides the greatest protection to the buyer?
AQuitclaim deed
BSpecial warranty deed
CGeneral warranty deed✓ Correct
DSheriff's deed
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the buyer with the broadest protection. The grantor warrants the title against all defects, whether they arose before or during the grantor's ownership. This is the strongest deed guarantee available.
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