Questions about becoming licensed

[Chase Hancock]

My name is Chase. I am 21 and live in Fresno, CA. I'm currently educating myself on wholesaling real estate and thought it would be a good idea to get my CA agents license for liability purposes. 

Would that be a good idea? 

Once i get my license, if i do, can i then just start wholesaling properties as long as i disclose that i have my agents license but will not be representing them and that i will be acting as a principal in the transaction? 

Do i need to be under a broker? 

I am confused on what i need to do and it's hard to get a straight answer from people since everyone has told me something different.

I would greatly appreciate anyones feedback.

Thank you