Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Ohio

what is the differance between a fiduciary deed and a warranty deed


Asked on 6/05/10, 10:27 am

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Elizabeth Schmitz Elizabeth S. Schmitz Attorney at Law

A fiduciary deed is given by an executor or a trustee. It means that the fiduciary has the power to transfer the property but does not provide any warranties regarding title. With a general warranty deed the seller warrants that he or she has good title to the property.

It is always advisable to obtain title insruance especially if a fiduciary deed is involved.

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Answered on 6/05/10, 2:31 pm


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