The FHA has clarified its approval and recertification process and policies for condominium projects in newly revised guidelines. Guidance in Mortgagee Letter 2011-22 formalizes and expands policies Ginnie Mae put in place in 2009 and lays the groundwork for a formal rulemaking later this year. The mortgagee letter includes a condominium policy guide and implementation schedule laying out timelines for compliance. The revised guidelines preserve FHAs role in the condo market during these difficult times while making certain we manage risks in a responsible way, said FHA Acting Commissioner Robert Ryan. Overall, the mortgagee letter and guide spell out...