In real estate law, a quitclaim deed is a type of deed that transfers whatever interest or claim the grantor may have in a property at the time of conveyance. It operates as a release of the grantor’s rights, if any, without guaranteeing that the grantor holds valid title.
A quitclaim deed contains no warranties of ownership or title and does not protect the grantee against defects or competing claims. It is commonly used to clear title issues, transfer property between related parties, or correct errors in prior deeds.
