Warranty Deed Vs Deed In Georgia
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A traditional deed simply transfers the ownership of a property from one party to another (in other words, the seller to the buyer.) Whoever legally holds the deed is the rightful owner of the property. A warranty deed, on the other hand, contains special assurances that the seller makes to the buyer.
No, the warranty deed alone does not prove ownership. Ownership is confirmed once the deed is recorded with the county recorder's office, making it part of the public record.
Cons of Manufacturer Warranties Limited Coverage Scope: Manufacturer warranties often have limitations on the specific components or issues they cover. Certain parts or conditions may be excluded from the warranty coverage, requiring you to review the warranty terms and conditions carefully.
The key difference between the two is that with a warranty deed, the grantor is guaranteeing that they will defend the title of a property, in the present and in the future. This leaves an opening for the grantee to sue the grantor if any issues with the title arise, at any point in time.
Most current deeds fall into one of four categories: 1) General Warranty, 2) Special Warranty, 3) Quit Claim deed, and 4) Bargain and Sale deed. General Warranty Deed — The General Warranty deed is often referred to simply as a warranty deed.
A warranty deed by definition is a deed which conveys the title to property whereby the seller guarantees the title to be good and unencumbered except as stated and agrees to defend and protect the purchaser against any loss that may arise in the future from any defect in the title at the time of conveyance.
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General warranty deeds: A general warranty deed provides the most protection to the buyer but gives the grantor the highest degree of liability. The grantor of a general warranty deed fully warrants good, clear title to the property.
To make a change on the deed of a property a new deed must be prepared. Additionally, PT-61 forms are required and available online at .gsccca/file. The form must be completed online, printed and submitted with new deed at time of recording. An attorney or business can prepare the new deed.
Mortgages are used, but they are rare. A security deed (deed to secure debt) is the customary security instrument in Georgia. Georgia does not use a Deed of Trust. Two witnesses are required to witness the signature of the grantor for a security deed to be recorded.
