Escrow & Title
A general warranty deed in Rhode Island provides the buyer with which level of protection?
AProtection only against defects created by the grantor
BProtection against all title defects throughout the entire history of ownership✓ Correct
CProtection against physical defects in the property
DProtection only if the property is owner-occupied
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the broadest protection, with the grantor warranting the title against all defects throughout the entire chain of ownership, not just defects created by the grantor.
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