It can also be safer to diversify your investment properties across the country.

And then they come back when the cheaper alternative ends up costing them in ways they didn't see.

Additionally, alternatives like real estate crowdfunding or investing in RE mutual funds offer diverse options.

Alternative options include a cash purchase, requiring significant upfront capital, or a hard money loan with higher interest rates.

It takes a bit more work but also it's safer in my opinion because you aren't relying on someone else to do it for you. 

As an alternative, that $382,650 placed in 4-week T-bills with zero risk will yield (at today's 5% rate) $1,594 per month interest income but with no tax benefits.

Has been working well from 2008 onwards till date, but you should have capital and should have alternate income to support the property expenses.

A failing system typically cannot be simply handed off to a buyer without remediation and replacing an aging septic system with a modern alternative treatment system (ATS) can be a significant financial undertaking.

Seller financing, lease options, or partnerships are alternative routes that might be suitable for your specific circumstances.Establish relationships with local real estate professionals such as agents, lenders, and contractors.

When you are considering fees for any sort of syndication, it's also important to evaluate the alternatives.