A duplex, triplex, or fourplex is ideal because the more units, the more financing options banks may offer.

IDEALLY, we would like to find a property that has or is capable of being converted into a “mother in law”, “ADU”, “Casita”, or any other separate living quarters in which we could rent out the main portion to a tenant (short term or long term) and then use the separate space as our own for when we come and go with business.

I'd go for the best location, ideally, but without a strong compromise on your funds.

So if lots of parking, ideally walking distance to busses or transportation to cut down on cars, you might get away with it (legally).Operationally;  this is a can of worms to manage. 

.- I do believe having multiple backups is ideal.

Narrowing our focus on ideal clients has made us more efficient overall.

Idealizing a past scenario is purely negative.

I am looking for recommendations for a stacking washer/dryer and gas range, ideally something that will hold up to renters for a longer period of time.

Larger families, remote workers, or investors could see it as ideal, especially if local schools or amenities like parks, dining, or entertainment are strong.

Definitely would be ideal for where I am at right now, the hard part is actually finding a private money lender!