License's / Certifications

[Jake Slye]

I am just starting out in Real Estate Investing and am looking for some advice.  I currently work for a General Contractor, but my end goal would be owning my own Real Estate Development Company.  Would it be beneficial to work towards getting my real estate license, general contractors license, or any other sort of license and/or certificates that would put me in a better position to succeed.

Also, since I would like to get into development would my best bet be getting into a flip or BRRRR for my first property?

I am really just looking for some guidance on how I can start my journey and hopefully be a successful investor.