West Virginia Property manager licensing
Property manager licensing in West Virginia
In West Virginia, renting, managing or leasing real estate for compensation is broker activity (§ 30-40-4), which requires a real estate license. Statute text: "It is unlawful for any person to engage in directly or indirectly, or to advertise or hold himself or herself out as engaging in or carrying on the business or act in the capacity of a real estate broker, associate broker, or salesperson within this state without first obtaining a license as provided for in this article" (W. Va. Code §§ 30-40-3, 30-40-4).
Verified Source: W. Va. Code §§ 30-40-3, 30-40-4 · last checked 2026-10-23
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