Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility.For those who’ve secured funding before, what’s been your experience?

You can use seller financing, or you can use hard or private money.

I have not received any return on my money. 

I don’t think it matters one way or the other just make sure they have some sort of online portal.

To get things "shaking and my blood pumping again" lol as money is tight.

I am always happy to chat about hard money - and I am biased, but I think I am an excellent communicator!

The same money could buy 1-2 full properties that would rent for more, depending on the market you choose. 

Or just sell it at a loss… I need some guidance here, I know very little about real estate investing other than I know I’ll be losing money after maintenance and paying a property manager.

This could save you money in the long run, but requires a bigger initial investment.To help you decide, consider these:What's your current budget?

Use that sales money to buy more stock.