Clear Title

Clear Title
A clear title signifies that a property is free from any encumbrance, obstruction, burden, or limitation that questions its legal validity or ownership.
General Warranty Deed
A General Warranty Deed is a legal document used in the transfer of ownership of real property, where the grantor guarantees the grantee a clear title free from any claims or encumbrances, both during and before the grantor's ownership.
Marketable Title
Marketable title refers to a good or clear title reasonably free from the risk of litigation over possible defects, that a well-informed purchaser, in the use of ordinary business prudence, would be willing to accept.
Quiet Title Suit
A quiet title suit is a legal action designed to resolve disputes over ownership of a piece of property. It helps to officially establish who owns a property and eliminate any false claims to the title.
Title (Legal Concept)
In legal terms, 'title' refers to the composite of facts that will permit an individual or entity to recover or retain possession of a thing, primarily related to property law.
Unencumbered Property
Real estate with free and clear title; property owned in fee simple, meaning there are no liens or encumbrances affecting its ownership or title.

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