Wisconsin Property manager licensing

Property manager licensing in Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, negotiating rentals of real estate for another for a commission is broker activity that requires a license under ch. 452. An owner's or manager's custodian, janitor or employee who only shows units, takes lease applications and gives rental information is excluded. Statute text: "negotiates or offers or attempts to negotiate, whether directly or indirectly, a sale, exchange, purchase, or rental of" (Wis. Stat. §§ 452.01(2), 452.01(3)(e)).

Verified Source: Wis. Stat. §§ 452.01(2), 452.01(3)(e) · last checked 2026-10-17