What is Quitclaim Deed?
A quitclaim deed transfers whatever ownership interest a person has in a property without guaranteeing they actually own it or that the title is clear. It is often used between family members, in divorces, or to fix title issues — not typically in arm’s-length sales. Buyers get the least protection from this deed type.
Example: During a divorce, one spouse signs a quitclaim deed giving up their interest in the home to the other, without warranties about the title.