New Mexico Statutes 48-10-8. Deed of trust as security

Deeds of trust may be executed as security for the performance of a contract . The laws of New Mexico which refer to mortgages as security instruments are deemed to also include deeds of trust unless the context otherwise requires. The lien theory of mortgages in New Mexico shall continue to apply to deeds of trust executed as provided in the Deed of Trust Act.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 48-10-8

• Contract : A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
• Deed : The legal instrument used to transfer title in real property from one person to another.
• Lien : A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.