@Ardin CychoszThis is where each party should get an attorneyA buyer and seller who both have no education or experience probably is not going to end well and you cannot have someone representing both of you.Get an attorney and if you cannot afford one then you should reconsider whether you can afford a home.

A good agent can also educate you about things you might not be thinking of.

Educate Yourself ContinuouslyMarkets change, financing options evolve, and new regulations emerge.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Hopefully someone with actual experience will respond and educate both of us!

Start small - get yourself a househack, learn from your own experience of owning the rental property you live in, continue to educate yourself with reliable resources, and then worry about the next home.Having just one solid investment will put you ahead of most Americans than trying to find a way to buy 10 doors out of state in an area you don't even understand. 

I am wrapping up my licensing education with the intent of being able to buy and wholesale solo part-time, while keeping my full time job.How would I go about finding a brokerage that would sponsor me as a sales agent while allowing me to have this flexibility?

I am wondering if anyone would recommend any real estate investing courses, podcasts, books, or any other educational material that has helped them in their own career? 

I've paid for education and coaching for my current business with John Assaraf, and I learned how to invest in stock with Phil Town.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!