A purchaser of real property from or lender to the surviving spouse designated as such in the affidavit recorded under Section 45-3-1205 N.M. Stat. Ann. is entitled to the same protection as a person purchasing from or lending to a distributee who has received a deed of distribution from a personal representative as provided in section 45-3-910 N.M. Stat. Ann..

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 45-3-1206

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Deed: The legal instrument used to transfer title in real property from one person to another.
  • Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.