I have been told over and over that physicians are notoriously bad with money and before I start investing I want to pull myself out of the "bad" category and at least into the "mediocre" category or better. 

Ask yourself, how bad can the neighborhood be if houses will sell for that price point?

We believe his initial may not be bad and but he became greedy when so many people were affected by his podcasts and find him to buy properties.It is kind of hungry strategy.

My goal is to get put of rat race ASAP, so may be this is the right choice?

That was gross but the house that was our top choice charges for a cleaning fee with each rental so that’s a net zero.

If you do invest in notes however I would recommend having at least some financial reserves in case things go badly.  

Given the housing shortage/demand, might not be a bad idea.

And the interest rates aren’t bad.

;  It's my partner's and my first major deal, and it is out of state so don't tear me up too bad :-)Thanks!

I see no choice but to but it, because I'll own the whole building.