Considering getting my license but I have a few questions

[Bobby Clifford]

I am seriously considering getting my license for the obvious benefits.. however, I am not so much interested in being a full time agent for just anyone. Mainly close friends, family and for my own benefit as an investor. I am curious what most brokers require of their agents. I quit my full time job in law enforcement last February to raise my children. ( 2 under 2.. daycare cost nearly as much as my salary. ) I am not looking to commit a ton of time to the real estate agency because I want and need to be with my children. With all of my personal interests and requirements do you think it would still be worth my time to get my license? I am within a year of being in position to begin purchasing and long term holding my investment properties. Thank you for your time!