In terms of debt funds, I'm not considering them because their yields are only slightly higher than low-risk alternatives like GSE bonds and AAA CLOs. 

Any alternatives to this?

If house-hacking isn't your thing, then maybe BRRRR is, or even just identifying buy-and-holds to just start getting some kind of cash flow is an alternative as well.Happy to help where i can, good luck!

Have you considered exploring alternative financing options, such as private lenders or partnerships, to help you expand your business further?

So having an alternative option is always best.

Not the worst alternative. 

BUT, How about an alternate scenario?

But then I think about other alternative assets like art or gold... you must hire a broker to sell your asset? 

You can also find some online courses through some junior colleges that might be a better alternative.

Examine your alternatives for financing, including low-down payment conventional loans and FHA loans.