Again, it looks like you have already started to do most of this which is great.If you have the flexibility and given you've already indicated a desire for a SFR or Small Multi...I'd buy a small multifamily and live in one side and rent the others.

We are technically in the county (McLennan) which gives us somewhat more flexibility in terms of what we can do with the land (unrestricted zoning).

But not having to 1031 allows me a little more flexibility with the timeline of those purchases.

Because rates are high, sellers are getting flexible and makes more sense 

You will have privacy, but you won't have much flexibility in your renting potential, as you will only have 1 of 1 units to rent out.

I would try am accommodate as much as possible since they have to take days off work.You could do a video walk through to document everything or do it while the cleaners are there.I don't do a post walk with tenant and the new tenant agrees everything is in good condition when they sign the lease.Try and be flexible.

I recently heard about an interview with the NAR president, and they have sent a letter to HUD advocating for more flexible financing on buyer agent commissions.

You would have more flexibility and scalability for expanding your portfolio.

It's great that you're open to various types of living arrangements, as flexibility can be key in finding a good house hack.

He explains enough that its compelling, creating flexible pricing strategy to drive your calendar to maximum revenue and occupancy BOTH at the same time (which some say is impossible, but it is possible) I know of Rob too but yes compared to Sean he is a beginner.