QUITCLAIM DEED

(New Mexico – Individual/Entity Grantor)

[// GUIDANCE: This template is drafted for use in the State of New Mexico and is intended for recording in any county within the state. It contains the core elements required for a valid quitclaim deed under New Mexico law, together with placeholders for county-specific recording information, the statutory Real Property Transfer Declaration, and an acknowledgment compliant with the New Mexico Notary Act. Delete any bracketed guidance comments before execution.]

(SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE RESERVED FOR RECORDING DATA)
Return Recorded Instrument To:
[NAME / FIRM]
[MAILING ADDRESS]
[CITY, STATE ZIP]
Attn: [CONTACT PERSON]

Prepared By (per N.M. recording requirements):
[NAME / FIRM]
[MAILING ADDRESS]
[CITY, STATE ZIP]
Telephone: []
Email: []

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Definitions
II. Conveyance and Quitclaim
III. Disclaimer of Warranties; “As-Is” Transfer
IV. Taxes, Fees, and Transfer Declarations
V. Miscellaneous Provisions
VI. Execution Block
VII. Notarial Acknowledgment
Exhibit A – Legal Description of the Property

I. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Quitclaim Deed, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

1. “Deed” means this Quitclaim Deed, together with all exhibits, schedules, certificates, and other documents delivered in connection herewith.
2. “Effective Date” means the date this Deed is executed by the Grantor as indicated in the Execution Block.
3. “Grantor” means [FULL LEGAL NAME OF GRANTOR], [state of organization or “an individual”], having a mailing address of [ADDRESS].
4. “Grantee” means [FULL LEGAL NAME OF GRANTEE], [state of organization or “an individual”], having a mailing address of [ADDRESS].
5. “Property” means the real property located in the County of [__], State of New Mexico, more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, together with all appurtenant rights, privileges, and easements, to the extent any of the foregoing are owned by Grantor.
6. “Transfer Declaration” means the Real Property Transfer Declaration required to be submitted to the County Assessor at the time of recording pursuant to prevailing New Mexico law.

II. CONVEYANCE AND QUITCLAIM

FOR AND IN CONSIDERATION of Ten and No/100 Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Grantor does hereby REMISE, RELEASE, CONVEY, AND QUITCLAIM unto Grantee, and Grantee’s heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns forever, all of Grantor’s right, title, and interest in and to the Property.

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the Property unto Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns forever, in fee simple, without any covenant, warranty, or representation of any kind, express or implied.

[// GUIDANCE: Insert any reservations (e.g., mineral, water, or utility easements) or special provisions here, if applicable. Delete if none.]

III. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; “AS-IS” TRANSFER

1. No Warranties. This conveyance is made without warranty of title, express or implied, and without recourse to Grantor. Grantee takes the Property “AS-IS, WHERE-IS, AND WITH ALL FAULTS.”
2. No Reliance. Grantee acknowledges that, except as expressly set forth in this Deed, neither Grantor nor any person acting on behalf of Grantor has made any representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding the condition, suitability, or title to the Property.
3. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by New Mexico law, Grantor’s aggregate liability to Grantee in connection with this Deed shall not exceed the consideration actually paid for the conveyance.

IV. TAXES, FEES, AND TRANSFER DECLARATIONS

1. Transfer Taxes and Fees. New Mexico does not impose a state-level transfer tax; however, county recording fees and any applicable documentary stamp or excise taxes (if imposed by future legislation) shall be paid by [PARTY RESPONSIBLE – typically “Grantee”].
2. Real Property Transfer Declaration. The parties shall complete and submit a fully executed Transfer Declaration contemporaneously with this Deed as required by New Mexico statute.
3. Prorations. Real property taxes, utility charges, and assessments attributable to periods prior to the Effective Date shall be the responsibility of Grantor and may be prorated pursuant to separate agreement of the parties.

V. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

1. Governing Law; Venue. This Deed shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of New Mexico. Any action arising out of or relating to this Deed shall be brought exclusively in a court of competent jurisdiction located within the State of New Mexico.
2. Injunctive Relief. Except to the limited extent necessary to compel execution or recording of instruments required to effectuate the intent of this Deed, neither party shall seek injunctive or equitable relief in connection with any dispute arising hereunder.
3. Entire Agreement. This Deed (together with the Transfer Declaration and any reservations set forth herein) constitutes the entire agreement between Grantor and Grantee with respect to the conveyance of the Property and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.
4. Successors and Assigns. This Deed shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, successors, and assigns.
5. Severability. If any provision of this Deed is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
6. Counterparts; Electronic Signatures. This Deed may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original. Signatures delivered by electronic means (including . pdf or compliant electronic notarization) shall be deemed effective for all purposes.

VI. EXECUTION BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor has executed this Quitclaim Deed as of the Effective Date written below.

Date: ____, 20____

GRANTOR:
[LEGAL NAME OF GRANTOR]
By: ______
Name: ______
Title/Capacity: ______

[// GUIDANCE: If Grantor is an individual, delete title line and insert “Grantor” above signature line. If more than one Grantor, duplicate signature blocks accordingly.]

GRANTEE (for acknowledgment of acceptance – optional):
[LEGAL NAME OF GRANTEE]
By: ______
Name: ______
Title/Capacity: ______

VII. NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT

(Individual Grantor – New Mexico Form)

State of New Mexico )
County of ____ ) ss.

This instrument was acknowledged before me on __, 20_, by _________ [name of Grantor].

Notary Public
My Commission Expires: __

(Seal)

[// GUIDANCE: For corporate/LLC Grantors, replace the acknowledgment with the appropriate entity form (“acknowledged before me by __, [title] of ____, a [state] [entity type] …”).]

Exhibit A

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY

[INSERT METES AND BOUNDS OR LOT/BLOCK/SUBDIVISION DESCRIPTION EXACTLY AS IT APPEARS IN THE MOST RECENT VESTING INSTRUMENT. INCLUDE PARCEL NUMBER(S) IF AVAILABLE.]

[// GUIDANCE:
1. Verify that the legal description in Exhibit A matches the current vesting deed verbatim.
2. Confirm county-specific margin, font, and page requirements before submission for recording.
3. Ensure the Transfer Declaration is completed, signed, and delivered to the county clerk/recorder simultaneously with this Deed.
4. Remove all bracketed instructions and guidance comments prior to finalization and recording.
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