Professional Responsibilities · Task 19 of 19

Integrity & objectivity study notes

Ethics: the client comes first, and you stay objective, competent and confidential.

Key points

• No repairs on homes you inspected within the period set by ethics codes or state rules.
• No referral fees, kickbacks or compensation contingent on closing.
• Disclose any conflict of interest (relationships, ownership interests).
• Reports are confidential; share them only with the client's consent or as law requires.
• Correct errors promptly; never alter findings at an agent's or seller's request.
• Stay within your competence, keep learning and advertise honestly.

Exam tip

the answer that protects the client's interest with honesty is almost always correct.

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These notes are an original study aid and may contain errors. Verify against current IRC, NEC and NFPA editions and your state's standards of practice.