So much to do, don't know whats next, need advice

Protect the paint with towels, blankets, moving pads, etc. You'll be fine if you are careful. Make sure to post pictures. Where in NORCAL do you live? I lived in Sacramento for a total of 5 years while in the Air Force.
Sorry for the late response, took the wife up to Tahoe for a much needed vacation. I'm out in Vacaville, moved up here about 7 years ago from SoCal and were looking at a move to Texas next year (probably June-ish).