Which type of deed offers the least liability to the grantor?

A quitclaim deed provides the least liability to the grantor because it conveys whatever interest the grantor has in the property without making any guarantees or warranties about the title. This means that if any issues arise with the property title, such as claims of ownership or liens, the grantor is not held responsible for those issues. The grantor is simply transferring their interest, which may be minimal or uncertain, and is not asserting that the property is free from defects or that they have good title to it.

In contrast, other types of deeds, such as special warranty deeds and full warranty deeds, impose greater liability on the grantor. A special warranty deed typically guarantees the title only against defects that may have occurred during the grantor's ownership, thus opening the grantor up to some level of liability for claims arising from that period. A full warranty deed provides the highest level of protection for the grantee, ensuring that the title is clear for the entire history of the property, thus holding the grantor accountable for any defects.

A grant deed lies somewhere in between; it usually provides some assurances about the property’s title but does not offer the same level of protection as a full warranty deed. Therefore, a quitclaim deed is the option that minimizes