Is this a requirement for a real estate agent license?

[Jaimee Martin]

Hi Everyone,

I am working hard on educating myself on all things real estate before I take the plunge on purchasing some investment properties. My interests are purely investment by ways of rehabing and rentals to create my own portfolio. I see the big advantage in having a real estate license, however, my understanding is that after you take the course and pass the exam, you will need to get sponsored by a broker. My intentions with my license would be purely for personal investment and not general sales. Is getting sponsored by a broken a requirement in getting your license? If it is, would brokers be ok with sponsoring me with those intentions? I would use my own license to purchase the properties, and most likely to sell them as well. Also, I am in New York.

I just need a little clarity on the whole being sponsored situation.

Thank you!!