Multifamily Units; Side by Side or Up/Down?

[Jacob Reilly]

BP Community,

I am starting my search for multifamily units in central Connecticut to begin my real estate investing through house hacking.  I am wondering if people have suggestions around the type of units in multifamily homes.  Are side by side units preferable for tenants as opposed to up/down units, or is that just my personal preference?  How about maintenance, noise, and expenses between the two types?  Any information and advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

-Jacob