I already had a mortgage broker that I used before, but having a good inspector, appraiser, etc. is definitely recommended in order to portray yourself as a valuable asset to your client.

If I were you I would get quotes from 3 inspectors and look for differences/similarities in their reports and prices.

People do it, but they know the market, they have worked on projects in Boston already, they have great relationships with Boston-savvy contractors and know the inspectors personally. 

It's not Indianapolis local, but it's Midwest local.

Over the past 9 months I have met several and purchased properties in both Birmingham and Indianapolis.

However, during the last walk through today we discovered more damages to the dry wall in the garage which was covered earlier by their furniture and wasn't caught by us or even the inspector and they haven't put this in the disclosure either.

I will get an inspector if I look to buy the home. 

Ever town I go into I ask about mack and all the inspectors about mack and they all have issues.GET OUT NOW.

Long time watcher, First time caller.I want to thank you all for the advice I've gotten from reading BP forums and hope to offer my own to the mix sometime.I'm looking for a referral for a home inspector in Tampa and or Pasco County.

Once you get it under contract, then you can look to uncover some "hidden problems"  I would advise hiring an inspector, just like you would on a personal residence.If the seller is intentionally hiding an issue, there is not a lot you can do before hand, as even a good inspector can only do so much.