Real Estate Salesperson Course???

[Johanna A.]

Hello,

I am new to the BiggerPockets community, I am 34 and have this crazy idea that I can also quit my job in 5 years if I strategically plan my rental portfolio. I am eager to learn about everything I need to get rolling with REI but seem to hear everywhere that I should get my license. I am about to pay $300 to register for an in-person course. Am I heading in the right direction? I will have everything in line "money wise" to start looking for properties by Mid Oct-Nov. Any advise?