West Virginia
Laws
Termination Period – For Month-to-Month it is 30 days and for Week-to-Week leases it’s 7 days.
Rent Increase – No laws mandating rent increases therefore landlords have the option to increase rent as long as they provide a 30 day notice.
Sources
Sample West Virginia Month-to-Month Lease Agreement
A West Virginia durable statutory power of attorney form allows a person to choose someone to act on their behalf including financial affairs for their lifetime unless revoked.
Signing Requirement ✍️
The Principal must sign the POA document in front of a public notary.
Source: § 39B-1-105
What is the Definition of “Power of Attorney”?
Definition by the Uniform Power of Attorney Act:
“A “Power of attorney” is a document that gives an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal.”
Source: § 102(7)
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Why use a Power of Attorney POA?
- Plan for the future by using a reliable Power of Attorney form template. You can download the PDF or Word document for free to provide peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones.
- This form covers decisions made on your behalf, estate planning, real estate, the agent or attorney in fact, types of powers of attorney (including durable, limited, and springing), family members, care power of attorney, bank accounts, health care power, and more.
- Use this form to grant power to act on your behalf in financial and real estate matters. It’s essential for ensuring that your wishes are carried out in the future.
West Virginia Statutory POA Form
West Virginia Statutory Form: § 39B-3-101
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West Virginia POA Laws – Uniform Power of Attorney Act § 39B
West Virginia PDF Power of Attorney Form: Preview Example
PDF Version: Template Sample
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/west-virginia-durable-power-of-attorney.pdf
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Medical Power of Attorney Signing Requirements
This healthcare form MUST be signed in the presence of two witnesses and a notary public in West Virginia.
Source: § 16-30-4
West Virginia Advance Healthcare Directive Form Sample
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/West-Virginia-Advance-Healthcare-Directive.pdf
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When does a purchase agreement become legally binding?
The purchase and sale agreement becomes legally binding when both parties sign the contract and the buyer gets the notice that the seller has accepted the deal. The buyer can get the notice in-person, by phone, and/or email.
West Virginia Residential Purchase and Sale Agreement Sample
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/West-Virginia-Residential-Real-Estate-Purchase-Agreement-1.pdf
An West Virginia lease agreement is used when renting rental property and it is a contract between the Landlord and Tenants in exchange for monthly rent payments.
Most Recent US Home Facts
- Population (2023): 334,914,895
- Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
- Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
- Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
What to Include in the Form?
Required Disclosures (2)
Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Nonrefundable Fees
Security Deposits
Maximum – Landlords can charge Tenants any amount as there are no laws in West Virginia governing the maximum amount of security deposits Landlords can request from Tenants.
Returns – Landlords must return security deposits to the Tenant within 60 days of the lease end date OR within 45 days of the new tenancy start new start (whichever number of days is shorter).
Source: §§ 37-6A-2(a)
Landlord Access
General Access – Landlords should provide prior notice before entering the premises as per state law of least 24 hours notice to the Tenants although there are no state laws governing Landlord access notices to Tenants.
Paying Rent
Sample West Virginia 1-Page Lease Agreement
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Residential Lease Agreement – Standard 1-year lease term. Download: PDF | Word |
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Commercial Lease Agreement – Used for retail spaces, office buildings, warehouses, and industrial facilities. Download: PDF |
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Month-to-Month Lease Agreement – Tenancy at will with renewals every 30 days. Download: PDF |
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Rent to Own Lease Agreement – This type of residential lease adds the option for tenant to purchase the property. Download: PDF |
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Roommate Lease Agreement – Shared living arrangements. Download: PDF |
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Sublease Agreement – Used to Sublet unit with landlords approval. Download: PDF |
When Does a Commercial Lease Agreement Become Legally Binding?
The Commercial Lease Agreement becomes legally binding when both parties sign the contract and the buyer gets the notice that the seller has accepted the deal. The buyer can get the notice in-person, by phone, and/or email.