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Introducing ENTAR’s FNMA, FHA & VA Condo Approval Service – Unlocking Real Estate Potential for Communities Nationwide

Entar has launched a powerful new service that will change the game for loft and condo communities, homeowners, real estate investors, and military families across the United States: FNMA, FHA and VA Condo Approval by Entar. | QUICK ORDER

Backed by years of industry expertise and operated by a leading team of condo certification professionals, this streamlined approval service is designed to unlock new levels of value, liquidity, and homeownership potential for communities—while aligning with Entar’s mission to empower buyers, sellers, and investors through next-generation real estate innovation.

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Why FNMA, FHA and VA Condo Approval Matters

Ask any board member, realtor, or property manager—NFNMA, FHA and VA condo approval isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s a financial multiplier and a market-expanding catalyst for any condominium community. Without it, communities are shutting out the majority of first-time homebuyers and veterans who are ready, willing, and financially able to purchase but are limited by loan access.

With Entar’s new approval service, that barrier is removed—and doors open wide.

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Benefits for Condo Communities

Here’s what Entar’s FNMA, FHA and VA Condo Approval means for your HOA or condominium association:

• Increased Buyer Pool
  FNMA or FHA loans are used by the majority of first-time buyers, and VA loans are a golden benefit for millions of veterans. Without condo approval, your units can’t be financed by these popular loan types—cutting out huge segments of qualified buyers.
• Higher Property Values
  FNMA, FHA and VA approved condos consistently sell faster and for more. Approval increases demand, which leads to stronger resale value for every unit in the community.
• Reverse Mortgages Made Possible
  FHA certification is a requirement for reverse mortgages (HECM), giving senior homeowners access to one of the most important financial tools in retirement planning.
• Assumable Mortgages
  FHA loans are assumable—giving future buyers the power to take over a seller’s low-interest mortgage. That’s a massive sales advantage in today’s rate-sensitive market.
• Fewer Renters, More Owners
  FHA and VA-approved properties tend to attract more owner-occupants, which leads to more community stability and less investor speculation. FNMA-approved condos often attract more qualified buyers and support owner-occupant stability due to strict guidelines—aligning with long-term community investment goals.
• Fiduciary Duty Fulfilled
  HOA board members and managers have a duty to protect and increase property values. FHA and VA condo approvals help fulfill that responsibility by expanding access and boosting liquidity.

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The ENTAR Advantage

With Entar, the condo approval process is fast, affordable, and hassle-free:

• Initial FHA or VA Condo Approval – $695
  Includes a full document review, financial analysis, and submission to HUD or the VA. VA approvals are lifetime valid, while FHA approvals are valid for three years.
• Renewals – $595
  For FHA-certified communities nearing expiration or recently expired.
• New Construction – $1,200
  For brand-new developments, including environmental reports and builder documentation.
• FNMA Condo Project Review – $950
  Includes document collection, lender liaison, and submission guidance for full and limited reviews
• Pass or Don’t Pay Guarantee
  If a condo community meets eligibility criteria and doesn’t get approved, the submission fee is refunded in full.

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Fast Turnaround Times

With Entar, timing is everything. The approval process takes as little as 2–4 weeks for FHA and 15–30 days for VA, depending on how quickly documents are collected. Need help communicating with the HOA or property manager? We offer optional concierge services for that too. FNMA condo project reviews typically take 2–6 weeks depending on lender responsiveness. Entar helps expedite this by coordinating directly with lenders and ensuring all required documentation is complete.

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What’s Required for Approval?

Entar makes it simple. We handle all the public records and guide your HOA through what’s needed. Required docs include:

• CC&Rs and Bylaws
• Articles of Incorporation
• HOA Budget, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement
• Insurance Dec Pages
• List of Rental Units
• Minutes of Recent Board Meetings
• Plat Maps and Condo Plans

And for small 2–4 unit communities or new builds, special streamlined guidelines apply—including a cost-effective “Memorandum of Understanding” to replace complex reserve documents.

FNMA project approvals require many of the same documents, including financials, insurance, CC&Rs, and occupancy data. Entar helps ensure your HOA package meets Fannie Mae’s full and limited review criteria.

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Special Focus on Veterans

VA condo approval helps service members, veterans, and their families purchase or refinance a home using their hard-earned benefits. Entar’s service ensures your condo meets VA requirements, helping more military buyers enjoy the American Dream. For veteran buyers who exceed VA loan limits or prefer conventional financing, FNMA-approved condos provide expanded options—Entar ensures your community is ready for both VA and FNMA-qualified buyers.

We even help facilitate waivers for previously rejected communities—a key difference that makes Entar stand out.

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Misconceptions? Let’s Bust Them

• “FHA means low-income buyers.” → False. FHA loans are used in many high-end markets and can finance homes valued over $1,000,000 in some counties.
• “VA and FHA take over your HOA.” → False. These agencies do not govern your community. They simply certify it meets fair financial and legal standards.
• “It’s too expensive or too hard.” → False. With Entar’s flat-rate pricing and step-by-step guidance, the process is affordable and pain-free.
• FNMA approval is impossible for older or mixed-use buildings.” → False. While FNMA has strict criteria, Entar specializes in helping urban and mixed-use communities meet the full or limited review requirements.

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How to Get Started

It only takes a minute. Visit Entar.com or call 888-240-2500 or use the online form to begin the FHA or VA condo approval process. You’ll receive a confirmation email and next steps within 24 hours.

Still not sure if your community qualifies? Let us perform a free review. We’ll let you know within two business days if your HOA is eligible, and if not, we’ll guide you on how to get there.

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The Market Is Changing — Will You Lead or Follow?

In today’s complex real estate environment, access to financing is king. FHA and VA condo approvals expand access, increase liquidity, boost home values, and empower communities. FHA, VA, and FNMA condo approvals expand access, increase liquidity, and empower communities with a full spectrum of financing options for today’s—and tomorrow’s—buyers.

Entar’s motto says it all: OWN TOMORROW TODAY.
That future begins with your community’s approval.

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Contact Entar Today
888-240-2500
 www.Entar.com
Serving all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories.

Unlock new doors with Entar’s FHA & VA Condo Approval Service. Fill out the online form.

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Entar is an independently owned and operated company. It is not an agency of the United States Government and is not contracted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the Department of Housing and Urban Development, or their affiliates. Text and photos created or modified by artificial intelligence..