Agency
A South Dakota agent who recommends a home inspector they have a financial relationship with must:
ARefuse to provide any referrals for home inspectors
BDisclose the financial relationship to the client✓ Correct
CUse a different home inspector each time to avoid conflict
DOnly refer family members to avoid RESPA violations
Explanation
RESPA and ethical standards require an agent to disclose any financial relationship (such as a referral fee) with a service provider they recommend, allowing the client to make an informed decision.
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