Real Estate License Setup (Investing Only)

[Ian Rogers]

Hey everyone, 

I have seen a few posts about this in different forums, but I'd still like to get my own going and see what responses I'd get. 

I am relatively new to real estate investing, but am at a point in my life where I am getting ready to dedicate some serious time and money into it. I am still going to remain full-time employed elsewhere though, so this is not a job for me. 

I would really like to become a licensed broker, but only to use for my own purposes. I understand the time and costs involved in getting licensed, but I'm not well versed on how to actually function once I have the credentials.

My understanding is, I have to work with a managing broker, and have some kind of deal with them. Does anyone have any advice on how to

•  Find the right broker for this
• How to approach said conversation
• What sort of deal to try and strike
• And any other advice. 

I really want the access to the MLS, the freedom of being able to visit homes when I can and the commission savings, amongst other things.

Thanks all, and if it helps. I am in Seattle, WA.

Ian