Property Ownership
What distinguishes a 'general warranty deed' from a 'special warranty deed' in Rhode Island?
AA general warranty deed is only used for commercial properties
BA general warranty deed warrants title against all claims ever, while a special warranty deed warrants only against claims arising during the grantor's ownership✓ Correct
CA special warranty deed provides broader protection than a general warranty deed
DThey are the same document with different names
Explanation
A general warranty deed warrants title against all prior claims, regardless of when they arose. A special warranty deed (limited warranty deed) only warrants against title defects arising during the grantor's period of ownership.
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