New Mexico · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant New Mexico lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a New Mexico landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My New Mexico Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1 month's rent (leases under 1 year). Statutory cite: N.M. Stat. § 47-8-18.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Capped at 10% of monthly rent
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Landlord/agent identity.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days. Statutory cite: N.M. Stat. § 47-8-18.
New Mexico guide FAQs
- What order should a New Mexico landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of New Mexico required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the New Mexico state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.