Which document is typically executed to transfer real estate ownership without warranties?

The quitclaim deed is the document executed to transfer real estate ownership without warranties. This type of deed conveys whatever interest the grantor has in the property to the grantee, but it does not guarantee that the grantor holds valid title to the property. Therefore, the grantee receives the property "as is," with no assurances regarding its marketability or any existing liens.

In contrast, a warranty deed includes warranties or guarantees from the grantor regarding the title of the property, assuring the grantee that the title is clear of any claims. A trust deed involves transferring real estate to a trustee who holds it as security for a loan, not a simple transfer of ownership. A grant deed, while similar to a warranty deed, also provides some level of assurance regarding the title, as it guarantees that the property has not been sold to anyone else and that the grantor has not encumbered the property in a way that affects the title.

Thus, a quitclaim deed’s lack of warranties makes it distinct and the correct choice for transferring ownership without providing any assurances about the condition or title of the property.