FHA Inspections: What You Need to Know
Presented By:
Derek Ballard
Owner / Founder
Inspection Gator
November 11, 2026
11:00 AM Central Time
Chism Investment Properties LLC
704 Webb St
Daingerfield, TX 75638
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Approved State(s): OK, TX  Category: Elective
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For a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan to be approved, the home must pass an FHA inspection and appraisal. To pass inspection, the home must meet minimum safety, security, and soundness standards.  This course aims to educate real estate professionals about the inspection requirements of an FHA loan so they can help their clients with buying or selling a home that will be under FHA.

Course Details
Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Define and understand what an FHA loan is
  • Describe the role of an FHA appraiser
  • List and explain the main components of an FHA appraisal
  • Describe the role of a Home Inspector in the FHA appraisal process
  • List and explain the areas of the home where a home inspector may be required
About The Instructor
Born and raised in the Texarkana area, Derek has had the honor of many friendships and acquaintances over the years. In 2008, looking for a new career path, he decided he wanted to serve the community by doing something meaningful to enhance the housing quality in the area. He attended the American Home Inspectors Training at the University of Texas at Arlington and obtained licenses from both Texas and Arkansas. Later that year, he started Inspection Gator LLC. Clients began spreading the word about his style of inspection and he was humbled to see how rapidly the company grew. With Jessica as a constant support and part of the background success of the company, they feel they have found their calling: To be an ally to buyers and sellers, giving that home-town service and quality information to make good decisions regarding all real estate investments.
Education Credits
Real Estate Continuing Education (Oklahoma) 
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Price: FREE (No Fee)

Having fully met the requirements of the Oklahoma Division of Real Estate, the following course approval has been granted. Course Category: Elective Course Approval: 198407
Real Estate Continuing Education (Texas) 
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Category: Elective
Price: FREE (No Fee)

Having fully met the requirements of Texas Real Estate Commission, the following course has been approved for 1.0 continuing education credit hours. Provider Approval: 9980-CEP. Course Approval: 29573-RECE.
Contact Us
Education Provider

Preferred Systems, Inc.
5148 Peach St, Suite 516
Erie, PA 16509
Phone: 888.455.7437
info@preferrededucation.com
www.preferrededucation.com
Instructor

Derek Ballard
License Number:  188771
Inspection Gator
5706 Meadowland Dr
TX, TX 75503
Phone: 903.278.5097
derek@inspectiongator.com
www.inspectiongator.com
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