Code of Ethics
As a member of the Society of Financial Services Professionals, Frank Lojewski adheres to the "Society's Code of Professional Responsiblity," a summary of which follows.
SUMMARY
CODE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
SOCIETY OF FINANCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONALS
Canon 1 FAIRNESS – “Golden Rule”
R1.1 No concealment or misrepresentation of material facts
R1.2 Respect the rights of others
R1.3 Disclose material information including potential conflicts of interest
R1.4 Respect relationships with companies represented
R1.5 Recommend only what is appropriate for the client
R1.6 Maintain professional independence
Canon 2 COMPETENCE – Continually improving knowledge
R2.1 Maintain knowledge, participate in continuing education
R2.2 Refrain from giving advice beyond one’s expertise
Canon 3 CONFIDENTIALITY – Protect information
R3.1 Safeguard client information
R3.2 Safeguard company/employer information
R3.3 Ensure that agents/employees also protect information
Canon 4 INTEGRITY – Always place client’s interest above one’s own
R4.1 Avoid harm to others
R4.2 Maintain honorable relationships with others
R4.3 Adhere to spirit and letter of laws and regulations
R4.4 Be truthful and candid in all communications
R4.5 Avoid using Society designations in misleading manner
Canon 5 DILIGENCE – Prompt and thorough
R5.1 Act promptly with competence and consistency
R5.2 Make recommendations only after sufficient evaluation
R5.3 Properly supervise subordinates
Canon 6 PROFESSIONALISM - Help raise professional standards
R6.1 Know and abide by the laws and regulations
R6.2 Support development and enforcement of laws, regulations and codes of ethics
R6.3 Respect other professionals
R6.4 Cooperate with authorities in investigations
Canon 7 SELF-REGULATION - Uphold and facilitate enforcement of the Code
R7.1 Know and abide by the rules of this Code
R7.2 Do not sponsor a candidate who violates this Code
R7.3 Do not condone acts by other members that violate this Code
R7.4 Notify Society if you are in violation
R7.5 Notify Society of any revocation or suspension of license
R7.6 Report information concerning an alleged violation to the Society
R7.7 Report to Society any unauthorized use of approved Society designation
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