Where should I keep my downpayment 1-2 years out from purchase?

[Sierra Swords]

Hello! I was really hoping to buy another property this year but it's tough with high prices as well as a significant decrease in income from my bartending job with people staying home. I have about 30k in my savings account (interest only 0.30%APY). If I expect not to need it for 1-2 years, what are my best options? Just a higher yield savings account, or could I act as a hard money lender for a 1-2 year period? Is that amount too small? What kinds of returns could I get? Thanks for any input!

Best,

Sierra Swords