Is it common to pay a seller for a home inspection contingency?

[Melvin Brown]

I was told I needed to pay $100.00 (non refundable) directly to the seller in order to cancel the sale or renegotiate if the inspection reveals a major problem with the property. I also put in the contract that I would not try to renegotiate over minor issues such as carpet replacement or cosmetic issues.

Thanks in advance,