It should be convenient and has minimal distractions.  

Another thing is to choose an office location with the fewest distractions.  

The real estate license does help with learning and saving a little money but you do not need one to be an investor and it can be distracting depending on tor clenched base but it can be useful to have one.  

(this will help keep you from getting distracted or overwhelmed)2) Attend look meetups in your area (look here and here) and start connecting with investors.Just some thoughts.

Specialize and avoid being distracted by all the noise.

With an education resource as massive as BP it is important to make an effort every day to stay focused on your goals, and not be distracted by the immense amount of info that is available.

Having an office location with no distractions will help you get things done.  

Treat any time spent on building leads, crafting marketing pieces or executing a direct mail or phone calls, as complete gold and NO ONE can distract you from those income-generating activities (IGAs).4.  

But neither can be accurate if they don't take into account the floor plan, condition of the mechanicals (electric, plumbing, HVAC) and structure (roof, gutters/drainage system, foundation, doors, windows, walls, woodwork, special features) and furnishings (cabinetry, floor coverings, window coverings, appliances, lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures) and land (zoning, location, yard size, landscaping, fencing, nearby attractions/distractions).

You should strongly formation of an entity, figuring out your financing, and finding an office location that is convenient and has minimal distractions there.