And developed a passion for it.

Love your passion! 

I see what you are saying and appreciate your passion for getting a license but it just doesn't benefit me and my goals as much as it would others.

I am currently a credit analyst for a bank (I analyze ag and commercial real estate), but I need something I am more passionate about.

I figured well, I guess I should get around to doing that.My reasoning for being on this site is because I am passionate about real estate.

My passion for renovating houses started early on in my life, back when “This Old House” was the only reno show on TV.

She has a passion for helping those looking for their first house or have little money to use as a down payment. 

because sooner or later I will work with one... and they want to see that you are serious and not just one hit wonder)The point I am trying to make is... begin building both virtual and physical network... and start diving into other peoples mindset... will carry you through the passion and begin helping you discover the true reality of retiring early...Note i am not the best person to listen to since I don't have 100 units property or anything like that... but what you will learn in my blog may perhaps be entertaining and perhaps just maybe make you feel less like you are a lone ranger diving into this journey, while also help you discover how you can create similar virtual/physical network... 

I would make an additional suggestion that, if REI is your interest and passion, and becoming an agent is just one method to get you closer to that, why do you need to be an agent?

I have also always had a passion for real estate.