To actually answer the question posed here, my inspection cost me about $475. The real estate lawyer's fee was about $1,400. Both can be had for less, but I used John Moss for the inspection and Irwin Rosen for the legal work, and both were top notch.

As to the other poster who claims a lawyer is unnecessary, well, strictly speaking you could perform your own property inspection too, and your own appendectomy. My lawyer inserted language in my contract that literally saved me many times his fee. As the saying goes, the man who provides his own legal representation has a fool for a client... :)

Well, I bought an apartment in JC and I perused the postings on this site for advice on a lawyer, property inspector and a mover. I selected those providers where I found multiple positive reviews.

I used John Moss for the inspection. http://www.inspex1.com/. Mr. Moss was thorough, competent and no-nonsense and I recommend him highly. 201-433-8777.

I used Irwin Rosen as my lawyer. He and his office were great. Efficient, to-the-point, he walked me through the process step by step and he made it all simple. (201) 963-5400.

Finally, I used Catlow Movers in Jersey City. They provided the best moving experience I have ever had. The guys were prompt, courteous, helpful, they wrapped everything well, and they were reasonable. Everything you'd expect from a family owned business. http://www.catlowmovers.com/. 201-653-1808.

Based on recommendations on JCList, I feel like I hit the trifecta with these 3. Thanks to those who posted their experiences on this website. I'm returning the favor by doing the same.