What can I do to protect myself when my builder gives me a Special Corporate Warranty Deed on my new property in Florida, I want a General Warranty D.

There are two basic kinds of deeds.  One is the General Warranty Deed.  By that deed, the seller warrants good title against all claims whatsoever.   the other deed form is known as a Special Warranty Deed, or Limited Warranty Deed or Statutory Warranty Deed.  All these names refer to the same type deed.  The warranty is limited.  The seller warrants only that HE (or IT) has done nothing to undermine the title.  This deed form assumes the seller does not necessarily know the background of the title and so he will not warrant there are no problems associated with it. Banks and other corporate entities will often refuse to issue General Warranty Deeds.  It is perhaps a bit unusual for a contractor (even one that is incorporated) to take that position. If you receive a limited warranty deed, it more important that you obtain title insurance.  That is your best protection.  The issuing agent is charged with the responsibility to conduct a good background investigation of the title and to issue a policy of insurance that will protect your interests should there ever be a problem.