Alabama - Apply for Property Manager License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Property Manager License, the applicant has to approach the U.S. General Services Administration Link
2. The applicant may need to complete specific education or training. This might include real estate courses, property management courses, or other relevant education.
3. Gain practical experience by working in the property management field, either as an assistant or under the supervision of a licensed property manager.
4. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
5. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
6. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
7. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
8. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
9. The fee for this procedure is mentioned in the “Fees” section of this page.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. Then the application will be processed further.
12. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
13. Once your application is approved, you'll receive your Property Manager License or certification.
14. This entire process of CPM takes a minimum of 12 months to complete, however on average individuals spend 18-24 months preparing for the certification.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Proof of completion of required education or training
• Proof of experience in property management
• Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license, passport)
• Any other documents specified by your state's real estate or licensing agency

Office Locations & Contacts

U.S. General Services Administration
Call 1-844-GSA-4111.
Contact link
Regional Office Link


National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Headquarters
430 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611-4087
800-874-6500
DC Office
500 New Jersey Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20001-2020
202-383-1000
Contact – link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for a PML in the United States, you must typically meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Complete a property management course or program
• Pass the state property manager exam
• Have a clean criminal record

Fees

The average total cost to earn the CPM is between $7,600 and 8,600.

• $6,200 for course and exam tuition for the 8 CPM courses and the CPM Capstone
• $870 annually including CPM candidate, chapter, and NAR Institute Affiliate dues (chapter dues vary based on location)
• $695 in enrollment, graduation, and other fees

Validity

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process of CPM takes a minimum of 12 months to complete, however on average individuals spend 18-24 months preparing for the certification.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Age
• Address
• Contact details
• Email
• Fax
• Qualification details
• Training
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Property Manager License (PML) is a credential that allows a person to legally practice property management in the United States.
• Property managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of rental properties, including leasing, renting, and managing tenants. They also handle maintenance and repairs, collect rent, and deal with legal issues.

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External Links

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Others

The benefits of obtaining a Property Manager License in the United States include:

• A Property Manager License will allow you to legally practice property management in the United States.
• It will demonstrate your competence to potential clients and employers.
• It can lead to a rewarding career in the property management industry.