My current rate is 6% so I'm ready to pull the trigger. 

In the past this type of transfer could trigger the Due on Sale Clause; however, recent laws are making this type of transfer possible.

Will taking this subject to trigger due on sale?

Check with City compliance on height and legality. 

I don’t know where to look for hard money lenders and I want to look at all possible hard money loans out there before pulling the trigger.

This would be my first deal and I'm trying to get comfortable pulling the trigger on it.The property is a great area in Houston.

In my current role I specialize in state and local corporate tax compliance.

You cannot easily transfer them into an LLC without triggering the lender's due on sale clause, though I read recently that may be changing. 

Once you build your confidence in knowing the FMV, Market Rents and Rehab Costs you’re ready to pull the trigger.

John there are multiple 1031 companies on this site such as Exeter 1031 that have vast experience.Typically you will have a team in your corner with a plan BEFORE you sell your property such as a 1031 company, attorney, accountant, etc.The advice they offer can be coming from different angles such as 1031 compliance, best legal structures, best tax entities they think.