§ 1463 Grantor Grantee Covenants

Civil Code·California

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This law says that when someone sells land, they must promise certain guarantees like warranty and quiet enjoyment, and they must also promise to pay rent, taxes or other charges on the land.

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•Seller promises warranty and quiet enjoyment of the land
•Seller promises to pay rent, taxes or assessments on the land
•These promises are part of the deed when land is transferred

Example

You buy a house from a neighbor and the deed includes promises about the sale.

The seller promises you that you will have clear ownership, won't be disturbed, and that they will pay the property taxes and any rent owed.

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§ 1463 Grantor Grantee Covenants

The last section includes covenants “of warranty,” “for quiet enjoyment,” or for further assurance on the part of a grantor, and covenants for the payment of rent, or of taxes or assessments upon the land, on the part of a grantee. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

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covenants of warranty for quiet enjoyment for further assurance grantor grantee

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1463.

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