I don't know that I entirely agree on this. While I definately consider it a conflict of interest to perform repairs or recommend companies that pay the inspector a referral fee, I don't know that I would agree that it is a conflict of interest to recommend good contractors. I have several contractors that I refer when asked "who do you know" and I always let them know that I refer them based on the opinion of previous clients or personal experience and I do not receive any type of compensation for these referrals. I also let them know that if they decide to use their service and are not 100% satisfied with the service, they should let me know so I can stop referring that contractor. One unhappy client means I won't ever refer that contractor again. What is the ethical problem with what I am doing and if someone can convince me that it is unethical, I'll stop, but I just don't see it. Help me understand.

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