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What Is the FINRA Series 7 Exam? Requirements, Cost, Pass Rates & Salary
Passing the SIE exam is a great first step for starting your career in the securities industry. However, if you want to trade securities as a registered representative of a FINRA firm, you’ll also need to pass the Series 7 exam, also known as the General Securities Representative Qualification Examination. Both exams are required if […]
Continue readingWhat is the Best Series 7 Study Material & Why Is it Securities of America Prep Course?
If you want to obtain your General Securities Representative registration, taking and passing the SIE exam isn’t enough. At the very least, you’ll also need to pass the Series 7 exam, also called the General Securities Representative Qualification Examination. This exam, created by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), tests you on your knowledge of […]
Continue readingBest Series 9 and 10 Study Guides for 2026: Top-Rated Series 9/10 Study Material
Looking for the best Series 9 and 10 study guides? After all, if you want to work as a supervisor of sales activities in a branch office, passing the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam isn’t enough. You’ll also need to pass the Series 9 and Series 10 General Securities Sales Supervisor Qualification Exams, too. Although these exams […]
Continue readingBest CIMA Courses 2026
Before we discuss the best CIMA courses, it’s essential to know what the CIMA qualification is. Based in the UK, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is the largest professional management accounting organization in the world. Additionally, this organization puts out a monthly journal and promotes local accounting training. Most importantly, it offers a […]
Continue readingWhen to Delay (or Not Delay) Taking the CPA Exam
You’ve made your plan, purchased your study materials, and set your test date… and then something unexpected happens. Something prevents you from studying or interferes with your exam date, and all of a sudden, you’re rethinking your plan. Is it worth delaying the CPA Exam to give yourself more time? Here, we’ll review some situations […]
Continue readingIs an Accounting Major Right for You and Your Career Goals?
Nearly all accounting jobs require some kind of education beyond high school. Additionally, to even sit for the CPA Exam, you must have completed at least a bachelor’s degree. But does that degree have to be in accounting? Oftentimes, working accountants have degrees in their field, but that’s not always a necessity. We’ll explore what […]
Continue readingCheating on the CPA Exam: Bad Idea or Worst Idea?
CPA Exam cheating is serious business. Prometric testing centers have strict policies and procedures to prevent cheating. Additionally, the various State Boards of Accountancy hand out heavy penalties for cheating or attempts to cheat. Here’s what you need to know to avoid being accused of any cheating or misconduct. How to Cheat on the CPA […]
Continue readingHow to Request CPA Exam Testing Accommodations
NASBA, the organization that oversees the administration of the CPA Exam, does its best to make sure that everyone who puts in the study time has a fair chance to pass the test. For candidates with health issues and/or learning disabilities, this often means CPA Exam testing accommodations. Although candidates are allowed to request the […]
Continue readingActive vs. Inactive CPA Licenses: What You Need to Know
What if you don’t manage to complete all your CPE by the time you need to renew your CPA license? Or if you need to step away from accounting for a little while to focus on other personal or professional goals? If you’re in this boat, an inactive CPA license status might be the right […]
Continue readingCFE vs. CPA: Which Accounting Qualification is Right for You?
Accountants have the opportunity to earn many different types of specialized certifications. If you go into public accounting, you’ll almost certainly look into earning your CPA license. On the other hand, if you spend all or part of your accounting job looking for inconsistencies or weaknesses in accounting systems and preventing or uncovering fraud, you […]
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