What type of deed may sellers use to limit their risk by not providing covenants or guarantees against title defects that occurred before they held title to a property?

A General Warranty Deed offers the highest level of protection to the buyer, as it includes comprehensive guarantees against all title defects, regardless of when they occurred. This means the seller is fully liable for any issues, including those predating their ownership, which does not limit risk.

A Bargain and Sale Deed transfers property without warranties against title defects, but it does not provide the same limited protection as a Special Warranty Deed. While it implies that the seller has title to convey, it does not guarantee that the title is free from defects, thereby leaving the seller more exposed.

A Trust Deed is not a type of deed used for transferring ownership of property; rather, it is a legal document that secures a loan by transferring the property title to a trustee until the debt is repaid. It does not address seller liability for title defects and is unrelated to the protections offered by warranty deeds.