But rule number 1 and 2 in investing is don’t lose money.

Technically speaking a buyer and a seller being in a dispute on what happens with their earnest money isn't something that would prevent the seller from entering into another contract and selling their property to a different buyer. 

Never heard of them, is it a hard money lender?

They have stolen my money as well as hundreds of others.  

It enables us to keep our money working at our current rate, and it puts more money in the hands of the rehabber.

Real estate investing is forgiving; the average person can still make money even with some big mistakes.

You can save a lot on costs if you do many repairs yourself.Look into hard money lenders or private lenders for the initial purchase and rehab.Connect with wholesalers, agents specializing in investment properties, and other BRRRR investors to find deals and learn more.

Co-living I like a bit more because you have less money needed for furnishing a property and CO laws allow it in the major cities unlike STRs.

It’s concerning as I have a lot of money tied up in this.

Many Realtors will suggest purchasing a property using a FHA Loan, to reduce your out of pocket money.