This is my first time asking a question so maybe you can help me!

Im interested in getting my Real estate license and working under a broker to buy and sell homes in California. I sent a name reservation request to the secretary of state to check the name availability for an LLC. The name is available so i sent a form to reserve the name. Now im not sure if I should just get a DBA with the name or start an LLC with the name. I know the DBA would be easier but im concerned about the $800 yearly fee for an LLC just incase business is slow to start. My goal is within the next few years to get my brokers license after i get my real estate license and eventually work on my own.