Alternatively, you can buy properties cash, but to do that you need a large amount of cash saved up, and you wouldn't be able to buy as much property as you would if you had leverage.

How do you have money for materials, but no money for down payment?

Alternatively, using increasing the Due Diligence number for further persuasion in an upmarket can ensure you offer gets taken easier.

There might be alternatives.

If it needs some work and you get some quotes from a few general contractors then you can also use that itemized list of labor and materials on the property and refinance it out through a bank to force some appreciation of your asset. 

The alternative is a bridge loan of 12-24 months where you make monthly interest only payments.

I'm not saying Reed has the final word, but you would be wise to look at and consider his word in light of what you've read in Kyosaki's material, then judge for yourself.https://johntreed.com/blogs/john-t-reed-s-real-estate-investment-blog/61651011-john-t-reeds-analysis-of-robert-t-kiyosakis-book-rich-dad-poor-dad-part-1So....now you probably think I don't know what I'm talking about, and that's fine if you do. 

One of these alternative options, real estate investments, is appealing to many people who consider using a Self-Directed IRA to purchase rental properties and/or invest passively in syndications.However, just because something is allowed by the IRS does not always mean it is the best choice for your retirement savings.

There may be alternatives and still low money down, but it is very limited

I am exploring the world of creative financing and alternative financing and have stumbled upon the master lease agreement in my studies.