special warranty deed

A special warranty deed is a type of deed used in property law that offers a limited warranty from the grantor to the grantee. This means the grantor guarantees that the property is free from any liens or encumbrances that were created by them during their ownership. However, it does not protect the grantee against claims or issues that arose before the grantor took possession of the property.1

This differs from a general warranty deed, which provides broader protection by warranting that the title is clear of all claims, both those made by the grantor and those made by previous owners. A warranty in general refers to a promise or guarantee about the quality or characteristics of property, goods, or services, which can be express or implied.23