So long as the quitclaim deed has not been recorded by the new buyer, you are record owner of it. Under the laws of all states of this country, the properly dated, signed and notarized quitclaim deed is good indefinitely so long as no other document transferring title to the subject property is recorded on the given parcel.If you are owed money for the sale where the buyer has breached the purchase agreement with you, you should consult with a real estate attorney to ascertain what your legal options are sooner rather than later.