It's not that there aren't alternatives..there are. And some pretty darn good ones to boot.
What the problem is...
EBAY won't allow those other payment methods to be used.
I was majorly ticked when we the sellers were told we couldn't accept cash any longer. Because I did a whole lotta business receiving cash. Now it's not allowed in our auctions or <poof> will go the auction.
Good luck Fran and if you find any updates, be sure to let me know.
Peace, Donna