Drawbacks to having Real Estate license when an investor?

[Scott H.]

In the process of obtaining my real estate license, but now am having second thoughts. I want to get into investing in rental properties and fix and flip type homes. As a Realtor, wouldn't I have to be held to a higher standard than just the average investor? Not saying I want to do anything below board, but seems like the standards/regulations of being a Realtor might be a hindrance to trying to obtain properties at low prices, etc.

Any advice?

[Jonathan Breton]

I feel like this topic is continuously debated across the forums and podcasts. I have no experience on the realtor side, but from the podcasts it seems that those on the "don't get your license" side of things - cite being held to another standard as you mentioned.

For me...I think I am leaning towards not obtaining my license for now, and if my business grows to a point that I notice major losses - I may look into getting my license.