Does a VA need to have a real estate license?
No, not if the VA is not promoting the sale of real estate property. Basically, as long as the VA is doing general office tasks that do not involve direct customer contact (like phones and original property-oriented e-mail), and tasks that do not involve sending specific property information to specific consumers, you typically do not need a licensed VA. Be sure to check your real estate commission’s rules pertaining to unlicensed personal assistants, as rules vary by state. For example, here are some guidelines adopted by the state of Illinois: An unlicensed assistant may not: 1) interpret information on listings, titles, financing, contracts, closings, or other information relating to a transaction; 2) explain or interpret a contract, listing, lease agreement, or other real estate document with anyone outside the licensee’s company; 3) negotiate or agree to any commission, commission split, management fee, or referral fee on behalf of a licensee; or 4) perform any other activity for
