Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, what is a 'warranty of title'?
AAn insurance policy against title defects
BA covenant in a deed where the grantor promises to defend the grantee's title against future claims✓ Correct
CA guarantee that improvements are free of defects
DA lender's promise to honor the mortgage terms
Explanation
A warranty of title is a covenant in a warranty deed where the grantor promises to defend the grantee's title against adverse claims by any person. General warranty deeds cover all such claims; special warranty deeds cover only those arising during the grantor's ownership.
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