Actually follows the state exam unlike the other common ones I wont name. 

I've been trying to help him figure out his next move but I don't think I've been very helpful as my knowledge of these kinds of transactions is slim.

These were usually pretty boring, rote kind of calls. 

Depends what kind of cash flow you are looking for and consider good.

I am getting pulled in all kinds of directions with really knowing if I can purchase a 4 unit as my primary residence with a FHA loan and be able to use the rental income as part of my DTI?

Thank you I appreciate the kind words

I am no expert but based on what I can see prices are rising, so I will assume that we are in some kind of hot market.

Common sense tells me that getting approved for 3rd mortgage when I want to buy a place for myself will be difficult, but maybe investment properties are viewed differently? 

Single family 2BHK tenament purchase price would 50,00,000 INR however its monthly rental not more than 5000 - 8000 INR.Please share how to start in such kind of market ?

We are looking for our first home (not investment property) but the market in DC is kind of rough right now.