I left them recently like many others have in the last 5 months and even though our money was technically an investment and a limited partner contribution, they refused to give anyone their money back even after stating numerous times they would give people their money back if they choose to leave. 

Making money and keeping money are not the same thing. 

In those days it was possible to locate and tie up a “killer” deal, and close the transaction with absolutely zero of the investors own money.

The #1 way to build a pile of money?

Collect properties instead of money.

I bought this property with a private interest free loan from a friend. the person i bought it from need cash fast so i offered them a low cash offer and they accepted.I had enough money saved up to rehab the house with my savings.

Quote from @Jonathan Blanco: Is it worth seeking lenders with $0 lender fees (such as origination, processing and underwriting fees) or do they just get that money by increasing rates and charging higher points? 

I will not have a full time job until this comes, so I wont be able to show much income other than part time money flowing in, until I start this position.

They too get their money back and still get access to everything for 12 months and Mr.

Private (hard) money might help with renovation but will be pricey.