Valencia County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

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Valencia County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

Valencia County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

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Document Last Validated 4/15/2026
Valencia County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide

Valencia County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide

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Valencia County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Document

Valencia County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Document

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Document Last Validated 4/8/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Valencia County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Valencia County Clerk

Address:
444 Luna Ave / PO Box 969
Los Lunas, New Mexico 87031

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm M-F

Phone: (505) 866-2073

Recording Tips for Valencia County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only

Cities and Jurisdictions in Valencia County

Properties in any of these areas use Valencia County forms:

  • Belen
  • Bosque
  • Bosque Farms
  • Jarales
  • Los Lunas
  • Peralta
  • Pueblo Of Acoma
  • Tome

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Valencia County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Valencia County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Valencia County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Valencia County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Valencia County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Valencia County?

Recording fees in Valencia County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (505) 866-2073 for current fees.

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Removing a Deceased Joint Tenant from a New Mexico Real Estate Title

New Mexico's statutes define joint tenancy at 47-1-36. This law states that a "joint tenancy in real property is one owned by two or more persons, each owning the whole and an equal undivided share, by a title created by a single devise or conveyance, when expressly declared . . . to be a joint tenancy." Property titled in this manner cannot be passed in a will; instead, a deceased joint tenant's share is distributed equally amongst the survivors as a function of law until only one person holds the property in sole ownership.

While technically accurate, this description oversimplifies the situation. What happens when it's time to sell the property? Unless the local recording office cross-references death notices with real estate records, the deceased owner's name still appears on the title. This inaccuracy can create confusion during a title search and slow down the transfer process. In addition, outdated ownership information might interfere with property tax billing, which could lead to unnecessary fees and/or penalties.

The surviving owner(s) may prevent these potential issues with a simple step: when one joint tenant dies, the other(s) can execute and record an affidavit of facts as to death with the local recording office. It is possible to address this at the time of sale, but it makes sense to handle it within a short time after the owner's death because the necessary documentation is more likely to be easily accessible. This action keeps property records up-to-date, verifies the owner's interest and rights to the title, and ensures smoother transfers in the future.

Each circumstance is unique, so please contact an attorney with questions or for complex situations.

(New Mexico Affidavit of DJT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Valencia County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant meets all recording requirements specific to Valencia County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Valencia County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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