What is a Warranty Deed?

Warranty Deeds - what are they?

Warranty Deeds are Deeds that convey the Grantor's interest with guarantees and warranties of title. Warranty Deeds generally come in several varieties, General Warranty Deeds, Limited, and Special Warranty Deeds. 

Warranty Deeds may warrant or guarantee several things, depending whether they are General, Limited, or Special. This warranty may include some or all of the following:

• That the Grantor has the authority to convey the real property.

• That the Grantor will defend the title of the property conveyed.

• That the Grantor is the fee interest holder in the real property - the interest in the real property as indicated on the deed is vested in the Grantor.

• That there are no encumbrances on the interest or title of the property that are not indicated on the deed.

Is a Warranty Deed the right choice for me?

Context is king. We recommend completing the Deed Preparation Request Form to connect with a licensed Ohio Real Estate Attorney to go over the details of your particular situation to find the best option.