I was wondering if there is an alternate destination such as the out-ish skirts of Indianapolis?

I'll offer it as a non-snowy alternative & we are the 5th largest city in the country!

I think STR is a good alternative for a second home that you STR most of the year and use for leisure.

Alternatively, there is Revnest.

A lot of people like to tout that private lending is this risk free business alternative to owning your own investment properties.

You can alternately split your cash between different banks if needed.

@Sean PetrashTo find a suitable property for short-term rentals in New Braunfels, consider factors like budget, market realities, property type, location, financing options, contingency planning, STR research, alternative rental strategies, driving for dollars, property management, and long-term vision.

I'm also already looking for alternatives using your process. 

While the self-directed IRA is a great structure for investing into real estate and other alternative assets, the Solo 401k is widely considered to be even better.Compared to an IRA, Solo 401k contribution limits are roughly ten times higher and there is no custodial requirement for the 401k.

Land contract emerged as the most attractive alternative financing in the last two recessions.