Myrtle Beach newbie REI

[Josie Hucks]

I am a 21 year old soon to be REI, i have been looking at multiple properties in the Myrtle Beach, SC area.

My question is, i am having a hard time finding deals that are cash flow positive because not a lot of realtors want to work with REI in this area because so many people are moving here very willing to pay full price for a house.

I am looking for a duplex or triplex to house hack.

Would it benefit me to get my real estate license before i buy my first property? That way i myself can use the MLS to find deals.

Any advice is helpful thanks so much!