What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of real property. They are commonly used in property transactions. Explore our state-specific templates for your needs.
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New Mexico Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for transferring property ownership. Our templates are easy to complete and attorney-drafted for your convenience.
Common New Mexico Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Transfers property with guarantees about the title's validity.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers whatever interest the grantor has, without warranties.
- Grant Deed — Ensures the grantor has not sold the property to anyone else.
- Special Warranty Deed — Provides limited warranties for the property’s title.
- Executor’s Deed — Used by an executor to transfer property from an estate.
Deed forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Popular forms
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New Mexico Contract for Deed PackageGet everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions all in one package, ensuring a smooth process.
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Transfer on Death Deed or TOD - Beneficiary Deed for Individual to IndividualSecurely transfer property ownership to a beneficiary upon your passing, without immediate effects while you're alive.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractSecure a purchase agreement for real estate through flexible payment options and clear terms for both parties.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property rights between individuals easily and efficiently, allowing you to convey real estate without the complexities of a warranty deed.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualPerfect for transferring property ownership between individuals, ensuring clear title and rights to the new owner.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between partners simply and effectively, ensuring clear title without complications.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to a child while retaining rights to live there, ensuring family protection and financial planning.
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Warranty Deed - Executor's DeedIdeal for executors transferring property to heirs, ensuring legal clarity in estate management.
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Fiduciary Deed for use by Executors, Trustees, Trustors, Administrators and other FiduciariesIdeal for transferring property by executors or trustees, this deed ensures fiduciaries can legally convey property interests.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warranties cover the entire ownership period; special warranties are limited to the grantor's time.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third-party trustee, whereas a mortgage directly involves a lender.
- Transfer-on-Death Deed vs. Will — A transfer-on-death deed passes property automatically at death, while a will requires probate.
Key legal points
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A deed must be executed and delivered to be effective.
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Most deeds require notarization to be valid.
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Deeds may need to be recorded in public land records.
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Different types of deeds serve varied purposes in property transfer.
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The grantor must have the legal capacity to convey property.
How to get started
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- Find a template or package that suits your needs.
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- Complete the document using our online editor.
- Export or send the document via download, email, or e-signature.
FAQs
Yes, a deed is typically required to legally transfer ownership of property.
Failing to record a deed may lead to disputes over property ownership.
Update your deeds whenever there is a change in ownership or marital status.
Generally, a new deed must be executed to change ownership details.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that transfers ownership of property.
- Grantor - The person or entity transferring property ownership.
- Grantee - The person or entity receiving property ownership.
- Title - Legal right to ownership of a property.
- Notarization - The process of having a document verified by a notary public.
- Probate - The legal process of administering a deceased person's estate.
- Property - Real estate or physical assets owned by an individual.
- Executor - An individual appointed to administer a deceased person's estate.