Series 86

Anyone have any advice for an older individual (married 3 years with one child) just getting into Equity Research about studying for the Series 86? Given my other responsibilities time to study is at premium. Study tactics? Tutors? Recommended materials? Appreciate any and all advice and hope everyone keeps their head up and stays positive!

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My friend who passed it just got a prep book and went to a quiet place to study it. That’s more or less how I have seen people pass FINRA exams. Good luck 

 

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