30 days
to return a deposit
Security deposit
New Mexico landlords have 30 days to return a security deposit after you move out.
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State rules · NM
New Mexico landlord-tenant rules
The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in New Mexico, each with the statute it comes from.
30 days
landlord notice, month-to-month
Notice to vacate
In New Mexico, landlords and tenants must each give 30 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.
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5% of rent
late-fee cap
30 days
notice before an increase
Rent increase notice
New Mexico landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.
24 hours
notice before entry
Landlord entry
New Mexico landlords must give at least 24 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.
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$10,000
small claims limit
Small claims limit
In New Mexico, you can sue for up to $10,000 in small claims court.
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Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: New Mexico Uniform Owner-Resident Relations Act, NMSA 1978 §§ 47-8-1 to 47-8-52.
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