quitclaim

[ kwit-kleym ]

noun

, Law.

1. a transfer of all one's interest, as in a parcel of real estate, especially without a warranty of title.

verb (used with object)

1. to quit or give up claim to (a possession, right, etc.).

quitclaim

/ ˈkwɪtˌkleɪm /

noun

1. a formal renunciation of any claim against a person or of a right to land

verb

1. tr
   1. to renounce (a claim) formally
   2. to declare (a person) free from liability

Word History and Origins

Origin of quitclaim¹

1275–1325; Middle English quitclayme < Anglo-French quiteclame, derivative of quiteclamer to declare quit. See quit ¹ (adj.), claim

Word History and Origins

Origin of quitclaim¹

C14: from Anglo-French quiteclame, from quite quit + clamer to declare (from Latin clamāre to shout)

Example Sentences

Most quitclaim deeds will require the following elements to be considered valid:

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There are no protections offered in the quitclaim deed, which is one reason why it is not used as often as the general warranty deed.

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If you’re going through a divorce, planning your estate or getting married and need to transfer real estate property, a quitclaim deed may be your best alternative.

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You would use a quitclaim deed for property that is not involved in a sale.

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The main purpose of a quitclaim deed is to transfer the ownership of real estate from one person to another.

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