RE Investor becoming an agent

[Becky Farnsworth]

My husband and I own a few rental properties in the Boise, Idaho area and we are planning to sell one soon, so I have decided to go to real estate school and become an agent.  I have always loved real estate and wanted to do this, and now is finally a good time.  I currently manage our rental properties, but am mostly a stay at home mom so I likely won't jump in full time.  I just want to do our deals and maybe help a few friends and family members.  I am wondering what advice you have for going this route?  What are the draw backs to selling your own house?  I know people often get their emotions involved, but this has been a rental for 8 years so that won't be a problem.  Legally is there anything I need to think about?  Also, do you typically give family and friends a discount when selling their home?  How do you handle that?  Any other advice for starting this journey would be greatly appreciated.