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PA state certified and on the FHA Roster — HM Hoffman & Co. is the Philadelphia-area appraiser your FHA lender needs.
By HM Hoffman & Co. Appraisers | Philadelphia, PA | 4 min read
If you’re purchasing a home in Philadelphia, the suburbs, or anywhere in the surrounding counties with an FHA-backed mortgage, the appraiser you use must be on the FHA Roster of approved residential appraisers. HM Hoffman & Co. is — and we’ve been completing FHA appraisal reports for buyers and lenders throughout the greater Philadelphia area for years.
Our staff completes ongoing training that deals specifically with FHA documentation, rules, and procedures — so your report meets FHA requirements the first time, without delays or revisions that slow down your closing.
FHA Roster approved & PA state certified
HM Hoffman & Co. is on the FHA Roster of approved residential appraisers and holds Pennsylvania state certification. If your lender requires FHA-compliant appraisal work, we are qualified to provide it — serving Philadelphia, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Bucks County, Chester County, and surrounding communities.
What is an FHA loan?
An FHA loan is a mortgage underwritten by the Federal Housing Administration, a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The FHA does not lend money directly to borrowers — instead, it protects lenders by providing mortgage insurance in the event a borrower cannot meet their loan obligations.
FHA loan programs are designed to help low-to-moderate income homebuyers qualify for financing they might not otherwise be able to access. Down payments are typically lower than conventional loans, and credit requirements are more flexible — making FHA loans one of the most common paths to homeownership for first-time buyers throughout the Philadelphia area.
Why your appraiser choice matters with FHA
FHA appraisals are more detailed than conventional appraisals. In addition to determining market value, an FHA appraiser must assess whether the property meets HUD’s Minimum Property Standards — evaluating safety, security, and soundness. Not every appraiser is qualified or approved to complete this work.
Using an appraiser who isn’t on the FHA Roster can invalidate your appraisal entirely, stalling your loan and potentially costing you the home. HM Hoffman & Co. eliminates that risk — we’re approved, trained, and experienced with FHA requirements across all property types in the Philadelphia region.
Serving the greater Philadelphia area
Whether you’re buying in the city, on the Main Line, in South Jersey, or anywhere in the collar counties, HM Hoffman & Co. provides FHA-compliant residential appraisals with the expertise and turnaround your lender expects.
Ready to order your FHA appraisal?
Contact HM Hoffman & Co. today. We’re PA state certified, FHA Roster approved, and ready to help you close on your Philadelphia-area home with confidence.