Which deed is used to remove a cloud on title by relinquishing claims?

• A. Quitclaim Deed
• B. Deed of Trust
• C. Administrators Deed
• D. Cession Deed

Answer: (A)

The instrument used to remove a cloud on title by relinquishing claims is the quitclaim deed. It transfers whatever interest the grantor has in the property to the grantee, and it does so with no warranties about ownership or encumbrances. Because the grantor is giving up any claim they might have—even if that claim is uncertain or disputed—a quitclaim deed can effectively clear a cloud by releasing those potential interests. This makes it a common tool when people want to quiet title quickly, such as in splits between family members, after a divorce, or when ownership is unclear.

Keep in mind that a quitclaim deed doesn’t guarantee clear title for the grantee. It simply conveys any interest the grantor may hold, or none at all, and it does not guarantee that the property is free of liens or other claims. Other instruments serve different purposes: a deed of trust is a security instrument tied to a loan; an administrator’s deed transfers property from a deceased person’s estate; a cession deed is not typically used to clear title in the same way and its applicability varies by jurisdiction.