I received a quitclaim deed

[Mike St. Jean]

I closed on my property a month ago. I asked my real estate attorney to email me the deed because we hadn't received it yet. I open it, and see that it was a quitclaim. My attorney never mentioned any issue or encumbrance. I'm now concerned of what could be waiting for me. We are in the process of getting a building permit to convert it to a 3 family and later refinance. Now I'm wondering if this quitclaimed deed can prevent either one of those from happening. I'm sure there are other risks as well. What should I be prepared for? TIA

[Ned Carey]

@Mike St. Jean what did your contract say? it should specify they type of deed. Did you get title insurance. A perfectly valid and legal quit claim deed can convey zero interest in a property. I doubt this is the case but it is possible you were scammed. 

Again, go back to the contract what did it say?