As of April 2025, there have been no recent announcements regarding changes to the passing score for the Series 6 exam. The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) maintains the passing score at 70%, requiring candidates to answer at least 35 out of 50 scored questions correctly. This standard has been in place since the exam’s […]
🧾 New Ethics Questions Added to Series 63 Exam📘 What Candidates Need to Know About the Latest Changes The Series 63 exam—officially known as the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam—has always placed a strong emphasis on ethics, fair practice, and investor protection. Recently, new ethics-focused questions have been added to the exam, making it […]
🧾 New Accounts and Documentation – Series 7 Exam📘 Key Rules You Must Know About Opening Client Accounts Opening new accounts correctly is a major part of the Series 7 exam. Knowing what information is required, what documentation must be obtained, and when updates are needed is crucial both for compliance and for passing the […]
🧾 NASAA and the Series 63, 65, and 66 Exams📘 How NASAA Shapes the Exams for Securities and Investment Professionals If you’re preparing for the Series 63, Series 65, or Series 66 exams, you’ll see frequent references to NASAA — the North American Securities Administrators Association. Understanding NASAA’s role is key to understanding what these […]
🧾 My Journey Through the SIE Exam – Step by Step📘 An Honest Walkthrough of How I Studied, Struggled, and Passed the Securities Industry Essentials Exam The SIE exam (Securities Industry Essentials) is the first major step for anyone entering the financial services world. It’s broad, detailed, and at times overwhelming. Here’s a step-by-step account […]
🧾 Mutual Funds – Features, Pricing, Distributions – Series 7 Exam📘 Essential Concepts You Must Know About Mutual Funds for the Series 7 Exam Mutual funds are a core investment product tested on the Series 7 exam, and understanding their features, pricing mechanisms, and distribution practices is crucial. Here’s a clean and focused breakdown that […]
🧾 Municipal Trading and Taxation – Series 7 Exam📘 Essential Guide to Munis for the Series 7 Exam Understanding municipal securities—how they trade and their unique tax treatment—is a critical part of the Series 7 exam. Municipal bonds (“munis”) are debt securities issued by states, cities, and other local government entities. Here’s a structured review […]
🧾 Municipal Debt Characteristics – Series 7 Exam📘 Key Features of Municipal Bonds You Must Know for the Series 7 Municipal debt securities (often called “munis”) are an important topic on the Series 7 exam. Understanding how they work, their tax benefits, risks, and types will help you answer several questions confidently. Here’s a clean, […]
🏛️ Municipal Debt Characteristics – Series 7 Exam A strong understanding of municipal debt securities is critical for passing the Series 7 Exam. These securities, issued by states, cities, and other local government entities, play a major role in the U.S. bond market — and the exam expects you to know their structure, tax treatment, […]
🔀 Multiple Option Strategies (Spreads, Straddles) – Series 7 Exam The Series 7 Exam expects candidates not only to understand basic options but also to master multiple-option strategies like spreads and straddles. These strategies involve combining two or more options to manage risk, generate income, or profit from specific market conditions. Here’s your full review […]