West Virginia CE Renewal
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7-Hr. West Virginia CE Package #1
Salesperson- Assistance Animals And Fair Housing (4 hours)
- Current Issues: Cooperation, Negotiation, iBuyers, and Disaster Preparedness (3 hours)
7-Hr. West Virginia CE Package #2 (with Ethics course)
Salesperson- Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges (3 hours)
- Ethical Excellence: Raising the Bar (4 hours)*
Individual Courses
Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for wv licensure.
Technology Tools, Trends, and Risk Management (4 hr)
Technology is a tool. Used wisely, it can free up time usually spent on mundane tasks to allow licensees to work at a higher (and higher touch) level of client service. Used poorly, it can waste a lot...
The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate
The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate covers the need-to-know information on a broad range of commercial topics. If you're an experienced residential licensee, a few of the funda...
Serving the Unique Needs of the Senior Market
Did you know that a report issued by Census.gov, An Aging Nation: The Older Population in the United States, notes that “In 2050, the population aged 65 and over is projected to be 83.7 million&...
Residential Property Management Essentials
For many real estate professionals, property management is a natural extension of their expertise. Whether you’re thinking about taking on your first property or looking to grow your property ma...
Residential Property Management Essentials (4)
For many real estate professionals, property management is a natural extension of their expertise. Whether you’re thinking about taking on your first property or looking to grow your property ma...
First-Time Homebuyers: A Niche to Grow On
Whether you want to develop a niche business working with first-time homebuyers or simply increaseyour overall knowledge so you can better help inexperienced first-time homebuyers, this course willpro...
Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud
Fraud has become a major issue in the industry. Lawbreakers use real estate as a vehicle to steal the life savings of unsuspecting homeowners and defraud lenders out of millions of dollars for their o...
Marketing, Advertising, and Social Media Compliance 4.0
The internet is rich with promotional opportunities. Whether it’s a post on Facebook or a tweet linking to your new listing, a status update on LinkedIn, a virtual home tour on YouTube, or photo...
Personal Safety
Attacks on real estate professionals have made headlines at an alarmingly more frequent rate in recent years. After an incident where a licensee is harmed, everyone vows to do better, and the topic of...
Current Issues: Cooperation, Negotiation, iBuyers, and Disaster Preparedness
Real estate is a dynamic industry, and that’s one of the reasons it’s an enjoyable, challenging, and interesting career. The industry is ever-changing to adapt to a transforming marketplac...
Did You Serve? Identifying Homebuying Advantages for Veterans
With more than 20 million veterans living in the U.S. today, real estate professionals can provide a valuable service to a strong client base by walking in their eligibility shoes. If the...
Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients
The real estate market reflects our nation's diverse population, and the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to each client's needs. What's new in fair...
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in West Virginia
Enroll in the 7-Hour WV CE Package
WV REC-Approved Bundle
Instant access, self-paced.
Complete 3-Hour Code of Ethics/Agency
WV REC-Mandated Biennial
Work through the Code of Ethics/Agency course required every 2 years.
Complete 4 Hours Electives
Multiple Topics
Work through 4 hours of elective CE.
Auto-Reported to WV REC + Renew
Annual Renewal
Fortune Academy transmits within 24 hours. Renew online by June 30.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Licensed Broker, GRI
50+ YearsStarted his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.
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Mark Davis-Cote
Licensed Broker, SFR
13+ YearsBA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.
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Amanda Farnum
Licensed Real Estate Broker
17+ YearsAward-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.
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Dale Clift
Real Estate Instructor
40+ YearsPassionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses
How many CE hours does West Virginia require?
WV REC requires 7 hours of continuing education every year for active West Virginia real estate licensees. The 7 hours must include 3 hours of Code of Ethics/Agency (mandatory biennially) and 4 hours of elective CE.
When is my West Virginia real estate license renewal due?
West Virginia real estate licenses renew annually on June 30. Complete all 7 CE hours by June 30 of each renewal year.
Does Fortune Academy report my WV CE to WV REC automatically?
Yes. Fortune Academy automatically reports your completion to WV REC within 24 hours.
Can I complete West Virginia CE online?
Yes. Fortune Academy's 7-hour WV CE package is 100% online and WV REC-approved.
What is the WV Code of Ethics/Agency course?
The Code of Ethics/Agency is a 3-hour WV REC-mandated course required every 2 years. Covers professional ethics standards, fiduciary duties, and agency relationships under WV law.
What if I miss my WV CE deadline?
If you miss your June 30 renewal deadline, WV REC places your license in expired status. Reinstate with completed CE and late fees within the grace period.
Do West Virginia brokers have different CE requirements?
WV brokers have the same 7-hour annual CE requirement as salespersons. Fortune Academy's package works for both.
How long does the WV CE course take?
Most students finish the 7-hour WV CE package in less than 1 week. Self-paced.