offsetting passive losses ( rental) with w2 active income

[Nirmish Sharma]

Hi, I have three rental properties in Houston (TX) and all three have passive losses. I have regular W2 job and thus active income. I file jointly with my wife. She does not have active income.

what is best and easy way to offset these rental losses to my active income, I researched and found two ways.. but not sure what is correct 

1. If my wife obtains a real estate agent license, will we be able to offset these passive losses with my active income. All 3 rental properties are managed by Property management services. 

2. or is this possible to offset losses by she just talking to property managers.

Thanks in Advance.