Investor, Benefits of being an Agent

[Nick Coons]

I'm an investor working on the BRRRR method, and I'm considering getting my RE Agent license. Not for the license itself, I have no interest in showing properties or representing other parties, but rather for the education, to go through the classes because I think there are some benefits to me in learning that area.

So my question is about a potential side benefit. This won't impact my decision because it's not the reason I'm doing it, but just curious if it works this way. If I were to go through this process, would I be able to "represent" myself as the buyer's agent and be entitled to a portion of the commission as would be the case if I had contracted with a buyer's agent? Or does it not work that way?