Property Ownership
In Texas, a 'special warranty deed' warrants title only against claims:
AArising at any time in the chain of title
BArising during the grantor's period of ownership✓ Correct
CArising in the future only
DMade by adjacent property owners
Explanation
A special warranty deed (also called a limited warranty deed) warrants title only against claims arising through the grantor's own acts during their ownership period. It does not warrant against defects that existed before the grantor acquired the property. This is often used in foreclosure sales and commercial transactions.
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