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

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).

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.

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

This is why I believe it to be safer to buy in areas that have high tourist and resident demand.

There are other companies out there that are not syndications but REITS that can be an alternative as well.  

Alternatively, rent regulated tenants can also file a rent reduction complaint with DHCR.

As they say the loudest boos come from the cheapest seats - I wish you spoke to the revolutionary nature of this marketplace and the breakthrough we achieved by risking a LOT of ad spend to help the industry have a better alternative.

They buy in and get part of the cash flow, you get the cash.The alternative, and the best one at this point, is to refi.