Wholesaling with a Real Estate License?

[Craig Curelop]

Hi everyone,

I am a new investor and am currently in the stage of educating myself as much as possible through reading real estate books, listening to the bigger pockets podcast, and hanging out on the Bigger Pockets site. 

I am thinking about starting with wholesaling so I can fully learn the ins and outs when it comes to real estate investing with minimal financial risk. That way I will find a good deal as I wholesale that I can purchase as my own investment. Do you guys think this is a good strategy to start with? If not, please let me know what you think would be better. 

Also, what are your thoughts on obtaining a real estate license when as a wholesaler? Does it make life THAT much easier? 

Thanks!

Craig