A: Were you able to contact the owners about my counter-offer? B: Yes, please have a seat, and we'll discuss this right now. A: I hope that they accepted the counter-offer. B: The counter-offer was acceptable to them, but they want you to pay for the home inspection. A: Will the home inspection cost me a lot? B: It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars. A: Is it my choice as to who inspects this house? B: Yes, it is your choice as you are paying for it. Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find. A: How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance? B: Let's call them right now. I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection.