What Is a Quitclaim Deed in Massachusetts? A quitclaim deed is a legal document that transfers interest in a property without any warranties or guarantees of ownership.For home purchases, warranty deeds usually offer the highest level of protection for the buyer. A warranty deed offers the strongest protection. It protects the party receiving the property title in case there turns out to be any issues with the title. Unlike warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds offer zero buyer protection. The quitclaim deed is the most commonly used deed in the purchase and sale of residential property in Massachusetts. A warranty deed and a quitclaim deed are two different types of real estate deeds that individuals use in property transactions based on their legality. Quitclaim deeds in Massachusetts are similar to "special warranty deeds" in other states. The Quitclaim Deed is the most commo type of deed used for property conveyances and transfers in Massachusetts.