A quit claim deed is a simpler and lower cost conveyance often used when a property transfers ownership without being sold. A quit claim deed is a way for the current owner to give up any claim on the property without making any promises about what the new owner can expect.Warranty deeds are the safer option when buying property versus simply transferring ownership. Most buyers will want this option. A quitclaim deed releases an individual's interest in a property without explaining the nature of his or her interest or rights. Here's what to know about filing quit claim deeds in New York, plus a quick look at how the attorneys at Moshes Law, PC can help guide you through the process. Quitclaim deeds offer no warranties of title and provide the least amount of protection to the grantee. A quitclaim deed is often used to clean up title issues. It can also be used to convey property between spouses in connection with a divorce. Need something else?