Finance

In New Mexico, a 'purchase money mortgage' (PMM) occurs when:

AThe buyer obtains conventional financing from a bank
BThe seller provides financing to the buyer as part of the purchase transaction✓ Correct
CThe buyer uses cash only
DThe government provides a subsidized loan

Explanation

A purchase money mortgage is seller financing — the seller extends credit to the buyer, taking back a note and mortgage (or deed of trust) as part of the sale. The proceeds go directly toward the purchase price.

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