I'm generally a proponent for alternative lenders if they can provide better leverage or if they are needed due to time constraints.

Put it down in the stupid tax column and the cost of learning about the different types of alternative invesements that are out there. 

With my last (2 years ago), I had to take an alternative exit strategy to avoid a loss.

There are alternatives rather than become a squatter and not pay and screw the landlords who work hard for their money / keep.

Do you think that taking bigger risks may have alternatively landed you in a dark and cold place?

Does anybody have any advice on alternatives to resolve or get this fixed before I go all out & call a plumber.

Alternatively, some purchasers want to control the process in return for more certainty.For a non-delegated correspondent loan, the loan purchaser will get involved and direct all processing decisions.

I would look at wisp as an alternative comparison when talking to realtors. 

If anyone found an alternative that you're happy with, I'd really love to hear about it!

Alternatively, there are high-yield online savings accounts like Marcus or others - the difference is that banks have some inherent risk, thus the FDIC insurance.