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A special warranty deed is a deed transferring or conveying ownership of property in which the grantor (seller or transferor) promises (covenants) to defend the title only against other defects, liens, encumbrances, or claims made by the grantor or by someone claiming by or under the grantor.

In other words, a special warranty deed provides a limited warranty of title and does not warrant against claims or defects in the title that existed before the grantor took possession of the property.

In Nevada, a special warranty deed is a legal document used to transfer property ownership with limited warranty of title. This type of deed guarantees that the grantor (seller) has not caused any defects in title during their period of ownership and will defend against any claims or encumbrances that arose during that time. However, it does not protect the grantee (buyer) against any issues that existed before the grantor acquired the property. The special warranty deed is less protective than a general warranty deed, which provides a full warranty of clear title against all claims, but it offers more protection than a quitclaim deed, which makes no guarantees about the title whatsoever. The specific language and requirements for a special warranty deed in Nevada are governed by state statutes, and it's important for parties involved in property transactions to understand the extent of the warranty being provided.

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