A Washington Statutory Warranty Deed is a special type of deed used to transfer real estate in the state of Washington. It is a formal legal document that provides assurance to the buyer that the seller holds clear title to the property and that the title has not been affected by any liens or encumbrances. The deed also provides protection for the buyer against any claims or rights of others to the property that arose before the transfer of the deed. There are three types of Washington Statutory Warranty Deed: General Warranty Deed, Special Warranty Deed, and Quit Claim Deed. A General Warranty Deed is the most comprehensive type of deed and provides the most protection for the buyer. It states that the seller guarantees that he or she holds clear title to the property and will defend the buyer against any claims or rights of others that may arise out of the property. A Special Warranty Deed is a less comprehensive deed that provides protection only for claims or rights of others that arose during the seller’s ownership of the property. The seller does not guarantee the title against claims or rights of others that arose prior to their ownership of the property. A Quit Claim Deed is the simplest type of deed and provides the least protection for the buyer. It only transfers the seller’s interest in the property, and the seller does not guarantee the title against any claims or rights of others.