title-deed
81Estoppel by deed — A doctrine where rules of evidence prevent a litigant from denying the truth of what was said or done.In the context of real property transfers, the grantor of a deed (generally the seller of a piece of real property) is estopped (barred) from… …
82Special Warranty Deed — A special warranty deed is a deed in which the seller warrants or guarantees the title only against defects arising during the period of his or her tenure or ownership of the property. The grantor makes no warranty against defects existing before …
83Warranty deed — A general warranty deed is a type of deed where the grantor (seller) guarantees that he or she holds clear title to a piece of real estate and has a right to sell it to the grantee (buyer). The guarantee is not limited to the time the grantor… …
84Moiety title — Property law Part of …
85Trust deed (real estate) — In real estate, a trust deed or deed of trust, is a document wherein specific financial interest in the title to real property is held by a trustee, which holds it as security for a loan. When the loan is fully paid, the monetary claim on the… …
86color of title — 1: an apparent but invalid title based upon a written instrument or record; also: the instrument itself 2: an apparent ownership claimed by adverse possession Merriam Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Merriam Webster. 1996 …
87Marketable title — (real estate) is a title that a court of equity considers to be so free from defect that it will legally force its acceptance by a buyer. Marketable title does not assume that absolute absence of defect, but rather a title that a prudent,… …
88Quitclaim Deed — A deed releasing a person s interest in a property without stating the nature of the person s interest or rights, and with no warranties of ownership. While a quitclaim deed neither warrants nor professes that the grantor s claim is valid, it… …
89muniment of title — 1) Written evidence of title to real estate. Examples might include a deed, a contract, or the death certificate of a co owner if property was held in joint tenancy. 2) In Texas, a procedure to transfer real estate left by will that is simpler… …
90Allodial title — is a concept in some systems of property law. It describes a situation where real property (land, buildings and fixtures) is owned free and clear of any encumbrances, including liens, mortgages and tax obligations. Allodial title is inalienable,… …
