Ah, if only we could just wave our magic wands and make all the paperwork disappear. But no, as mere mortals and serious ghost hunters, we must keep very careful track of the information we uncover during investigations. Lone investigators and organizations alike share the same obligation to the client and the rest of the paranormal community — to keep good records and share nonconfidential data that will lead to a greater understanding of the phenomena observed for all researchers in the field. A high standard of professionalism preserves the reputation and the integrity of the group.