Financing as a Real Estate Agent

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Hey BP Community!

I just passed my classroom test and within a week or two I will be taking the PSI and diving full-time into becoming a licensed real estate agent. I've been learning a lot lately, and I know real estate is a passion of mine I can't wait to fall into

I'm still a newbie, and my ultimate goal is becoming a successful real estate investor, with my immediate goal being to buy a duplex and house hacking it. With me becoming a full-time real estate agent, I heard I would need 2 years of salary in order for me to qualify for a loan. Have there been any complications regarding financing for deals as an agent? Even though I love my mom, I don't want to be living in her house forever lol. 

I want to jump into investing so bad, house hacking will happen, it's just a matter of when. Also, are there any complications of wholesaling while being an agent? Legally, that's feasible, right? I plan on driving around a couple neighborhoods this weekend and find some distressed properties and start marketing them. 

Some tips on becoming a successful investor/agent would be helpful too!

Thank You!