Step 1: Real Estate License...Good Idea?

[Andrew V.]

Hey Bigger Pockets Family!

I am looking to begin my journey as a real estate investor in the New York / tri-state area. My first steps are geared towards learning more about the legalities and loopholes of the realty world. Long story short, I would like to know what are the pros and cons of being a real estate investor with a license. I've heard a mixture of both negative and positive perspectives from both sides but eventually all became blurred noise. If someone could help make sense of all the nose I would greatly appreciate it. 

-Andrew D. Velez