In order to work as a property manager for compensation, an individual must:
Under 49 Pa. Code 35.201 (Definitions), property management activities that include leasing, collecting rent, and negotiating lease terms require a real estate license unless the individual is directly employed by the property owner.
If a property manager is conducting leasing or rental activities for multiple property owners, they must be licensed and supervised by a broker.
The law ensures that individuals managing properties for others operate under proper ethical and legal guidelines.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option A (Certification for Property Management): No separate property management certification is required under Pennsylvania law.
Option B (Separate Exam for Property Management): A separate exam for property management is not required.
Option C (Ongoing Property Management Courses): Continuing education is required for license renewal, but specific property management courses are not mandatory.
49 Pa. Code 35.201 -- Definitions