West Virginia Interest on deposits
Does a landlord have to pay interest on a security deposit in West Virginia?
No state statute requiring landlords to pay interest on security deposits was found in W. Va. Code ch. 37 art. 6 and 6A (landlord and tenant; deposits) and ch. 55 art. 3A. Article 6A sets return and itemization rules.
Verified Source: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-1 et seq. · last checked 2026-10-23
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