Lastly, what other considerations or resources can you think of that will help me understand the process and feel more comfortable as a first time home buyer?

Feel free to reach out please.

And the only "client" reviews I've seen mention that their customer service is non responsive and difficult to get a hold of once you're purchased their services.

Conversely, On homes I have wanted to expand,  I have removed closets from bedrooms in order to label these as studies or offices, so that I could build additions that are labelled "bedrooms" (customized to my needs),  in order to avoid the requirements of expanding a 2 car garage to a 3 car garage (a local requirement when building beyond 4 bedrooms).  

Only entertain this if you feel you can perform.A lease option will require a down payment, more than likely, followed by a balloon payment upon a payoff due date.

Feels to scale up I would need cashflow in next one.

Feel free to reach out if you need a brain to pick.

Although , double closing is more expensive , I feel it’s a little more legitimate than assigning.

They sound very knowledgeable and I am interested in jumping into the customized course they offer. 

Feel free to ask anything, anytime.Cheers!