BRRR in Central MA, Appliance Recommendations Needed!

[Joanna Eldridge]

700 SQFT SFR and need recommendations for appliances

1) House is plumbed for gas and has gas heat. Should we go with a gas range or radiant electric range?

2) Is it worth it to invest in a dishwasher? Kitchen is about 12x12 with 3 doors so not a lot of wall space.

3) Is it worth it to invest in a washer and dryer? It would have to go in the basement, and the stairs to the basement are very small and circular. Prior owner had one down there and house has a good bulkhead for access.

4) House has a septic system and we have no experience with septic. Someone told me that we shouldn't install a garbage disposal in the kitchen sink if we are on septic. Is that correct?

Thanks!