In practice I would have done better than this because I take money out when the opportunity allows for doing so without much negative consequence (I never refinance into a significantly higher interest rate). 

It is possible but when first starting and having nothing to offers others it is probably the least practical approach.

Now, much of the lending issues do "bleed over" to both sides, Dodd-Frank for example, predatory practices of taking excessive collateral, providing loans to those who aren't close to having the ability to repay, or making loan terms that constrain a borrower's ability to carry on their business. 

It encourages responsible practices like on-time payments and avoiding excessive debt.Preparation for Major Financial Moves: Before a big step like buying a home, ensure your credit report is in good shape.

Typically the court will grant an easement which is the most practical but also doesn’t cause undue hardship on an adjacent owner.  

As a practical matter, you should take steps to accept investments from people who know what they're doing and can afford to do so.

You violated a very understood standard of practice in the industry.

He thinks because the invester we are working with has a trust it is simply to keep himself safe from being sued for shady practices.

There are some excellent areas within metro Detroit but every neighboring community is labeled "Detroit" by the national media.The local government has been completely overhauled, so it will be intersting to see if there's a shift in their practices.

So my question is, how practical is it to work a 40hr week and still being able to invest in real estate as someone completely new to the business?