A warranty deed is a legal document guaranteeing that a property's seller has the legal right to sell the property and that there are no outstanding debts or legal claims against it. There are two ...

A quitclaim deed transfers property without guaranteeing ownership, making it useful for family or trust transfers but risky for recipients. Learn when it's safe.

After you’ve found the home you want to buy and made an offer on it that was accepted, you’re close to owning it. The final step is due diligence and closing. But with all the excitement comes the ...

Fiduciary deeds are just one of several types of deeds used in property transfers. This type is used to transfer property such as real estate when the owner can’t sign a deed for legal or other ...

It has been almost four years since I have discussed deeds in any detail in this column. If you own your own home you have probably seen a deed. It’s only one page long. It's pretty simple - not! It ...

Reina Marszalek is a senior mortgage editor at Fox Money who has spent more than 10 years writing and editing content. Fox Money is a personal finance hub featuring content generated by Credible ...

When you’re buying a new home, it is fun to pick paint colors and search for that one couch that fits your space just right. Not as fun, but more important, is understanding the jargon that comes with ...

There’s a lot at stake when buying a home. After all, it’s likely the biggest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. The last thing you want is to close on your dream home only to have a bank come ...