They're often looking for alternative investment options for clients.Securing funding from a private lender can be a fantastic option for your syndication efforts.

I would highly encourage you to check out SRO or Single Room Occupancy as a potential alternative or in addition to STR properties. 

Even though I’m essentially paying for repairs out of pocket the equity gain may outweigh the cash flow alternative. 

Many tenants are willing to pay extra for convenience, which could give you additional cash flow without a full rent hike.Reassess Your Portfolio→ If one or more properties have become too burdensome with high expenses, it may be worth considering whether selling and reinvesting in a different market or property type makes sense for your overall portfolio.While raising rents is the most straightforward approach, these alternative strategies can help reduce costs and increase revenue without disrupting tenant relations.If you need help assessing the numbers or exploring financing options to lower your monthly expenses, feel free to reach out → I’d be happy to help!

I will also start looking on crexi and auction.com I was looking for alternatives to realtor and zillow.

I did some quick check and 0.085/kW (assuming hr) is similar to wholesale export rate so it might serve an alternative to developers.

They're more focused on the property values than your personal finances.Explore crowdfunding platforms as an alternative to traditional bank financing.

According to IRS Publication 946, fences fall under the category of 15-year property.You can use either the General Depreciation System (GDS) or the Alternative Depreciation System (ADS).

People mostly hear the high leverage people so that is the only idea they know and I want them to hear an alternate idea.

Are there any hard money lenders or alternative solutions that could help navigate this dilemma?