I could make more but I specifically price it lower so that I can get the best tenant and avoid the stress. 

@Dardine Eduardo SotoI cannot stress the importance of defining your personal "WHY?"

I believe the summary of this comes down to one's risk tolerance level and desire for growth.Generally a larger equity position (less leverage) involves less risk in a 'high stress' situation where unforeseen events take place (either say a market correction/downswing, or large negative cash hits etc)Certainly a greater use of leverage can facilitate continued growth/acquisitions etc.

We are finding it hard to find good deals and the makes the stress all that greater. 

This will depend on your break even points and stress testing of the property but a basic example below. 

Also, for every pet in the home, "you should expect to get 30 fewer days of performance from your air filter" - which adds stress to the system with lack of compliance. 

They will have access with the push of a button to get a vacant property on 20+ rental websites within minutes.

Life is less stressful as you take clients that fit with your business model.

Investing in real estate before you have money saved makes everything more difficult and stressful. 

Being around these dogs assists her in the mitigation of stress/anxiety.