Anything that involves a load bearing wall will generally need an architect IME, but it can also be required (maybe indirectly) through the jurisdiction's building code/enforcement.Got it, thank you for lending your expertise!

.✅ Master Lease Option (MLO): Take control of the asset with an option to buy after stabilizing revenue—especially useful if the property is underperforming.✅ Equity Earn-In: Offer the seller a minority stake (e.g., 10-20% ownership) instead of cash up front.2.

There are many options, but I like TransUnion SmartMove the best.

My current options: rent out the current 4 bed 2 bath house that I own and live in so I could move into the 300k house and remodel while I live in it.

You have lots of options in the Southeast and Texas. 

Alternatively, if anyone has a good deal analyzer spreadsheet for seller financing options or the sub-to strategy, I would be interested in seeing those to incorporate with my existing analysis spreadsheet. 

Definitely continue seeking advice from experience realtors and understand your rental market, and make sure you understand the risks involved.

I did manage to get the flip rented out on a lease option.

Also, explore creative financing options like seller financing or private loans to reduce upfront capital needs.

The truth is that if you find the right deal, you can make pretty much any market work but if you are looking for consistent deal success that narrows your options down.Some investors look for simple signs like the "Chick-Fil-A" test.