Depending on the type of home you want to purchase, hiring a licensed Home Inspector could be a valuable investment. The inspector can advise on potential problems that you maybe can’t see with the naked eye. Remember that money spent on a Home Inspector is non-refundable and you will typically have to pay for this out of your own pocket before mortgage closing. A house purchase contract can be made contingent upon a satisfactory home inspection so think about this aspect before committing to your dream home.