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Property Manager — PM
Total cost: $470
Governing Authority
Nevada Real Estate Division (Department of Business and Industry)
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Yes
License Required
Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License (Salesperson, Broker-Salesperson, or Broker)
License Type
120 hours
Pre-Licensing Hours
Yes
Exam Required
$470
Total Initial Fees
Every 2 years (permit expires and renews concurrently with the underlying real estate license)
Renewal Period
Yes — Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License (Salesperson, Broker-Salesperson, or Broker) to manage property for others. The state also offers a separate property management license.
Since Nevada requires a real estate license, you'll need to complete the state's pre-licensing education and pass the real estate exam before managing property professionally.
Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License (Salesperson, Broker-Salesperson, or Broker) to manage property for others. Research the specific requirements through the Nevada Real Estate Division (Department of Business and Industry).
Complete 120 hours of required pre-licensing education. Complete 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Nevada requires a separate Property Manager Permit in addition to real estate license. Community Manager license also available.
Real estate salesperson exam (national + Nevada state portions) administered by Pearson VUE, plus a separate Nevada Property Manager state examination via Pearson VUE.
Submit your application to the Nevada Real Estate Division (Department of Business and Industry). Total initial fees: $470.
Boost your credentials with national certifications such as CPM (Certified Property Manager) — IREM, CAM (Certified Apartment Manager) — NAA, ARM (Accredited Residential Manager) — IREM, RMP (Residential Management Professional) — NARPM, MPM (Master Property Manager) — NARPM. These demonstrate expertise and can increase earning potential.
Renew your license every 2 years (permit expires and renews concurrently with the underlying real estate license). Complete 24 hours per renewal of continuing education.
Application Fee
$125
Application fee for property manager license in Nevada
Exam Fee
$100
Examination fee paid to testing provider (PSI, Pearson VUE, or state)
License Fee
$245
Initial license issuance fee for Nevada
Renewal Fee
$200
License renewal fee — renews every 2 years
Includes application, exam, and license fees. Does not include education costs, background check fees, or E&O insurance.
Nevada property management licensing requirements
VerifiedLicense Required
Yes
License Type
Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License (Salesperson, Broker-Salesperson, or Broker)
Separate PM License
Yes
Nevada offers a specific property management license pathway
Own Property Exempt
Exempt
Managing your own property typically does not require a license
On-Site Manager Exempt
Exempt
Most states require a real estate license to manage property for others (collecting rent, leasing, marketing). Managing your own property typically does not require a license. A few states (Oregon, Montana, DC, Nevada, South Carolina) offer specific property management license categories separate from or in addition to the standard real estate license.
Education, Exams & Professional Certifications
VerifiedPre-Licensing Education
120 hours
Exam Required
Yes
Real estate salesperson exam (national + Nevada state portions) administered by Pearson VUE, plus a separate Nevada Property Manager state examination via Pearson VUE.
Education Details
Complete 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Nevada requires a separate Property Manager Permit in addition to real estate license. Community Manager license also available.
Professional Certifications (Voluntary)
Most states that require a license for property management mandate completion of pre-licensing real estate education courses and passing a state exam. Professional certifications such as CPM (Certified Property Manager from IREM), ARM (Accredited Residential Manager), and CAM (Certified Apartment Manager from NAA) are voluntary but can significantly enhance career prospects.
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Application fee for property manager license in Nevada | $125 |
Exam Fee Examination fee paid to testing provider (PSI, Pearson VUE, or state) | $100 |
License Fee Initial license issuance fee for Nevada | $245 |
Renewal Fee License renewal fee — renews every 2 years | $200 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application, exam, and license fees. Does not include education costs, background check fees, or E&O insurance. | $470 |
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Renewal Requirements & Ongoing Obligations
VerifiedEvery 2 years (permit expires and renews concurrently with the underlying real estate license)
Renewal Period
24 hours per renewal
Continuing Education
$200
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education Details
24 hours of continuing education per renewal. Property Manager Permit has additional requirements.
Most states require continuing education for license renewal. Topics typically include fair housing law, ethics, property management best practices, agency law, and state-specific regulatory updates. Failure to complete CE requirements may result in license suspension or lapse.
Step-by-step licensing process for Nevada
Mostly verifiedComplete 120 hours of pre-licensing education from a Nevada-approved provider
Pass the Nevada property manager licensing examination
Submit license application to Nevada Real Estate Division
Pass a background check (most states require fingerprinting)
Obtain errors and omissions (E&O) insurance if required by your state
Apply for Property Manager Permit from the Nevada Real Estate Division
Affiliate with a licensed broker (if obtaining salesperson license) or establish your own brokerage
Begin property management operations
Estimated Timeline
2-8 weeks after completing pre-licensing education and passing the exam
Confirmed. Nevada requires a real estate license (salesperson, broker-salesperson, or broker) plus a separate Property Manager Permit. A separate Community Association Manager (CAM) certification exists under the Commission for Common-Interest Communities and Condominium Hotels.
Property management of others' properties in Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License.
Managing your own property does not require a license in most cases.
On-site managers employed directly by the property owner may be exempt from licensing requirements.
Nevada offers a specific property management license pathway, which may have different requirements than a full real estate license.
Activities requiring a license typically include: collecting rent, leasing units, marketing properties, negotiating leases, and managing security deposits on behalf of property owners.
There is no interstate compact for property managers.
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Property Manager requirements in Nevada verified against Nevada Real Estate Division (Department of Business and Industry), March 2026.
Accessed 2025-01-15
Accessed 2025-01-15
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Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License (Salesperson, Broker-Salesperson, or Broker) for property management. 120 hours of pre-licensing education required. Complete 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Nevada requires a separate Property Manager Permit in addition to real estate license. Community Manager license also available. Licensing is managed through the Nevada Real Estate Division (Department of Business and Industry).
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.