New member question on realtor license

[Aaron Wozniak]

Hello, I am new to this site, and look forward to networking.  I am a property manager for my brother in law who lives in Raleigh, NC, but the properties we are purchasing are in Toledo, OH, where I live.  I have been kicking around the idea of getting my realtor license to help with the process and make a little money as well.  We like our realtor, but it seems to make sense.  Does anyone have suggestions on the best way to go about that? Do I need to join a real estate agency?  I would appreciate any advice that is available.  Thanks again.