Continuing with the example above the government then decided to provide an alternative to setting the building ablaze.  

He is over priced but it's close enough that we might find alternate means to make the deal work for both of us.

Go to college (or, alternatively, learn a good trade) and set yourself up for maximum earning potential in a field that's interesting to you. 3.

Alternatively, consider house hacking or rentals for more stability.

Return should always be thought of in the context of alternatives with regard to risk.

Were seeing a lot of BRRRR refinances in the sixes rate wise recently - rates have been a bit volatile last couple of weeks but some really solid BRRRR deals going on with DSCR considering the short seasoning periods and rates really competitive with conventional alternatives

Alternatively, you could take a loan against your 401k for that initial amount.Once you’ve secured the property and paid the 5%, you can then work with a private money lender (PML) to close on the property once the deed is ready. 

Many alternative lenders have internal guidelines that prevent against lending on assets with any commercial components.

I would like to offer my client alternative solutions, and sober living may be a viable option to make this property cash flow.If you are a sober living operator in Los Angeles County or know someone I can connect with, please feel free to reach out!

@Christian PenaHouse hacking in New Jersey, near NYC, offers affordable alternatives and high demand for rentals.