Whether you’re buying a co-op or a McMansion, a home inspection is essential to identifying potential problems in a new home. Also, for nearly any home with a loan, this will also be a required item. It’s important to make sure you get an inspector with the proper credentials but that shouldn’t stop you from looking over the property yourself. Here is a general checklist to help guide you through your personal look around. Here is a great inspection list from First American Home Warranty.