For a deed to be considered a General Warranty Deed, what must it contain?

A General Warranty Deed provides the highest level of protection to the grantee (buyer) regarding the title of the property. For a deed to qualify as a General Warranty Deed, it must contain all covenants of title, which typically include the covenant of seisin, the covenant against encumbrances, the covenant of quiet enjoyment, the covenant of further assurances, and the covenant of warranty forever.

These covenants guarantee that the grantor holds valid title to the property and has the legal right to transfer it, as well as promising that the property will be free from any claims that might arise against it. By including all these covenants, a General Warranty Deed protects the grantee not only against any past issues regarding the property but also provides assurance against future claims. Thus, possessing all covenants of title is essential for a deed to be recognized as a General Warranty Deed.