Series 86 Advice - 1st Time

Hey guys, taking the S86 for the first time and based on WSO/reddit it seems like the STC material is outdated? Besides STC, what other resources are available?

Also, for those who have taken it recently and passed on the first attempt, what was your strategy?

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