@Larry Landry most landlord leases state that appliances are as-is & where-is, so they don't have to repair them or remove & store them.Of course, for a great tenant, or to negotiate a lease renewal, you can also volunteer to address a repair issue:)Instead of spending the money upfront and finding out the W/D doesn't make a difference, just put in your ad, "W/D negotiable dependent on tenant qualifications and lease length".

I confirmed with the city over a few meetings, so that part is sorted out.I know ADUs cause issues with appraisal since there are not many properties to comp with, that have ADUs.

If my math is correct.My issue is that I often read that BP community many times finds it better to keep low equity in investment properties to keep cash free to purchase additional rental properties.What are my biggest considerations when making a decision here? 

This is my brokers response when I asked about it: "I’m not sure why now converted dwellings (buildings that original use was for residential and then converted to commercial use) are an issue with some of the carriers."

Without credit information, how can I handle potential issues like unpaid utility bills?

In Iowa that same issue has arisen.  

A househack is definitely a great way to start building your portfolio, but from the sounds of it you would come across some issues of occupancy. 

Not only does he do my physical work but he knows a lot about the property management process when I get into an issue with late rent or have a tenant problem.

There are a few issues to consider as you can't have an unlimited amount of money as VA loans, so that creates a limit.

Technically house hacking is living on the property and renting out rooms/units to subsidize your living arrangements.