I just joined this forum and posted a short introduction in the new member forum. In my post I stated the following: I've been playing live limit hold'em on a regular basis since 1984 and played professionally from 1989 to 2008. Due to circumstances, I now only have easy access to live $1/2 no-limit holdem games. I joined this forum to help with my transition from live limit games to live $1/2 no-limit games.

I have 4 questions, on which I would really appreciate feedback. My questions are in regards to live $1/2 games and under the assumption that I play reasonably well:

(1) Is it possible to beat this game with an $8 rake (10% of the pot up to $8 max.)?

(2) What average hourly rate can you expect?

(3) When you are in the small blind, assuming there is no raise and assuming all have not folded to you, should you always call?

(4) In your opinion, what is the best book regarding $1/2 live no-limit games?

Thank you for your time.