Property Ownership
In Virginia, which type of deed would a personal representative (executor) use to transfer real property from an estate?
AGeneral warranty deed
BPersonal representative's deed (administrator's or executor's deed)✓ Correct
CQuitclaim deed only
DSheriff's deed
Explanation
A personal representative's deed (or executor's/administrator's deed) is used to convey real property from a decedent's estate. It typically provides limited warranties.
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