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Hey guys, So I am very new to this....I know about the CFA and the CPA , but I recently read something about some ''series'' exams, such as series 7 and what not, and it sounds like taking and passing those would be easier and cheaper for someone with no background in...
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Hey guys! Im 21, starting my last year of a non-target school in September, majoring in Economics:Finance( GPA not so good.. no really its pretty "f ing" bad, Im serious). By the time I turned 21 I got my series 7 (first shot) and 63. ( worked as a broker for your typical boutique...
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