Best Gre Questions Podcasts (2025)

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Best practices for new life insurance agents 31:57

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Want to crush it as a life insurance agent? Tony Steuer worked in the life insurance field for 35 years before becoming an author on insurance and financial literacy. In this episode, Tony shares his tips for starting a successful career as a life insurance agent, including the daily habits of winners, how to find your niche, certifications, buildi…

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Life insurance basics explained for new agents 45:43

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Considering a career as a life insurance agent or getting started at a new role? Tony Steuer worked in the life insurance field for 35 years before becoming an author on insurance and financial literacy. In this episode, Tony covers all the basics of a life insurance agent career, including products, concepts, ethics, and insurable interest. Tony h…

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Property and casualty insurance careers 37:06

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Brenda Wells is a professor of risk management and insurance at East Carolina University, and the department chair for the Department of Finance and Insurance. In this episode, Brenda shares what it is like to go into property and casualty insurance as a career, including getting the job, what skills are important, and how ethics comes into play. A…

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Call protection (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 65, 66) 4:21

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In this podcast, we analyze and answer a practice question on call protection. Call features are not beneficial for investors, as a call can end a bond earlier than anticipated. Understanding what call protection is and how to successfully shield investors from being called is an important FINRA SIE exam topic. Call features and protection are also…

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Forward stock splits (FINRA SIE, 7, 9, 65, 66) 2:49

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of a forward stock split, why issuers perform them, and how to calculate changes to an investor's portfolio. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Negotiable and redeemable securities (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66) 8:26

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In this podcast, we analyze the difference between negotiable and redeemable securities. This concept relates to how these securities are traded, the fees associated with each, and how these transactions are facilitated. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free …

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Bond volatility and stability (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 63, 65, 66) 5:32

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In this podcast, we cover why bond prices fluctuate and the bonds most susceptible to market price volatility. These topics are tested via suitability questions in many FINRA exams. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Call options spreads explained (FINRA Series 7, 9) 19:13

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Options blew up during the pandemic - and if you want to trade options in today's market, you need to know about a key tactic: option spreads. In this podcast, we break down option spreads and a 4-step approach to tackling both spread calculations. We also examine this tactic from the perspective of the FINRA Series 7 and common questions on that e…

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Understanding put options spreads (FINRA Series 7, 9) 11:37

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of a put option spread strategy and how investors utilize them. We then break down how to calculate maximum gain, maximum loss, and breakeven. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Rights and warrants questions (FINRA SIE, 7, 65, 66) 8:43

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In this podcast, we analyze the similarities and differences of rights and warrants by walking through a practice question. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Systematic vs. non-systematic risk (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 65, 66) 8:26

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In this podcast, we discuss the two categories of risk - systematic and non-systematic - through the analysis of a practice question. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Currency exchange risk (FINRA Series 7, 9, 65, 66) 10:36

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of currency exchange risk and how investors are impacted by currency fluctuations. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Reverse stock splits (FINRA Series 7, 9, 65, 66) 3:21

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of a reverse stock split, why issuers perform them, and how to calculate changes to an investor's portfolio. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Current yield (FINRA SIE, 7, 65, 66) 5:24

6M ago5:24

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of current yield, how to calculate it, and what it tells investors. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Cash dividends (FINRA SIE, 7, 65, 66) 3:04

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In this podcast, we provide an analysis of why some common stock issuers pay cash dividends and others do not. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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What is common stock (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 63, 65, 66) 9:08

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In this podcast, we cover the fundamentals of common stock equity securities, including an analysis of benefits and various types of issuers. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Short put basics (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66) 10:42

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In this podcast, we cover the fundamentals of short put option contracts and how investors utilize them. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Short call basics (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66) 10:30

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In this podcast, we cover the fundamentals of short call option contracts and how investors utilize them. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Long put basics (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66) 9:24

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In this podcast, we cover the fundamentals of long put option contracts and how investors utilize them. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Long call basics (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66) 10:12

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In this podcast, we cover the fundamentals of long call option contracts and how investors utilize them. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.By Achievable

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Agency vs principal (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, 66) 5:19

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In this podcast, we cover a heavily tested FINRA topic: principal vs. agency. As a broker, you need to understand what capacity each firm is working under in a transaction. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Up and coming in 2025 1:38

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Off to the races

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How will Federal Reserve rate cuts affect the market for wealth management roles 38:01

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We recorded this episode before rate cuts started, but what Ken shared still holds true. In this episode, Ken talked through why he expected the Federal Reserve to cut rates, and how this will affect the securities industry and hiring. Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for f…

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FINRA and NASAA exam topics that are surprising people in 2024 23:27

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Ken Finnen interacts with hundreds of FINRA test takers per month, so he has a good sense of what's tripping people up. In this episode, Ken shares his insights into what question types, rules and regulations, and suitability questions are confusing people on the FINRA and NASAA exams, and how to beat them. Achievable is a modern test prep platform…

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Why FINRA made the T+1 settlement date change and how it will show up on your exams 15:49

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The biggest change to FINRA and NASAA exams this year is that settlement dates moved from T+2 to T+1. But what does that mean? In this episode, Ken Finnen, a longtime veteran of the finance industry and FINRA tutor for decades, walks you through what settlement dates are, why this change was made, what it means for the industry, and how to get thes…

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Covered puts deep dive (FINRA SIE, Series 4, 7, 9, 65, 66) 14:17

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Covered puts are an option income strategy that is important for traders. These strategies can be tested on the FINRA SIE and Series 4, 7, and 9 exams, as well as on NASAA's Series 65 and 66 exams. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Minimum maintenance in margin accounts (FINRA SIE, Series 7, 9, 10, and NASAA Series 65, 66) 8:45

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In this podcast, we cover the concept of minimum maintenance in margin accounts. Then we walk you through a practice question that could look similar to an actual test question. Margin accounts can be tested on FINRA's SIE, Series 7, 9, and 10 exams, plus NASAA's Series 65 and 66 exams. This is one of many videos available on the Achievable platfor…

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Combined equity and short / long margin (Series 7, 9, 10, 65, 66) 7:51

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In this podcast, we walk through calculating equity in margin accounts and utilizing both long and short equity formulas. Then we work through a practice question that could look similar to an actual test question. Margin accounts are testable on the FINRA Series 7, 9, and 10 exams, as well as the NASAA Series 65 and 66 exams. Achievable has course…

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Taxes on options (Series 4, Series 7, and Series 9) 13:49

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In this podcast, we discuss the tax implications of options transactions and work through a practice question for the FINRA Series 7 exam on the topic. Taxes on options can be tested on the FINRA Series 4, 7, and 9 exams. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at…

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Options hedging strategies: short stock with long call option (SIE, Series 4, 7, 9, 65, 66) 15:31

1+ y ago15:31

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In this podcast, we walk you through an option hedging strategy that allows you to short stock while capping your downside: short stock and a long call. Options hedging strategies are useful in the real world and also a tested concept on the the FINRA SIE and Series 4, 7, and 9 exams, plus on NASAA's Series 65 and 66 exams. Achievable has courses w…

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Naming options spreads (tested on the Series 7 exam) 13:25

1+ y ago13:25

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This podcast is a complete overview of naming option spreads. After going through them with you, we then walk you through a practice question that could be similar to an actual FINRA test question on this topic. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://a…

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Options strategies: Short straddles (Series 4, 7, 9, 65 and 66) 12:00

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We discuss short straddle options strategies, their risk & return profile, and how investors utilize them. Additionally, we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual test question on this topic. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https…

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Options strategies: Long straddles (Series 4, 7, 9, 65 and 66) 12:48

1+ y ago12:48

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We discuss long straddle options strategies, their risk & return profile, and how investors utilize them. Additionally, we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual test question on this topic. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https:…

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Sell stop limit orders - how they work (FINRA SIE, Series 7, 65, 66) 8:55

1+ y ago8:55

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In this podcast, Brandon explains sell stop limit orders and how investors utilize them in the secondary market to make transactions. Then we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual FINRA or NASAA test question on sell stop limit orders. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, …

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Buy stop limit orders - how they work (FINRA SIE, Series 7, Series 65, Series 66) 10:27

1+ y ago10:27

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In this podcast, Brandon explains buy stop limit orders and how investors utilize them in the secondary market. Then we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual FINRA or NASAA test question on buy stop limit orders. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our cou…

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Sell stop orders - tips and tricks for FINRA exam questions (FINRA SIE, Series 7, 65, 66) 7:24

1+ y ago7:24

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In this podcast, Brandon walks you through sell stop orders and how investors utilize them in the secondary market. Then we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual FINRA or NASAA test question on sell stop orders. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our cour…

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Buy stop orders - tips and tricks for FINRA exam questions (SIE, Series 7, 65, 66) 9:54

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In this podcast, Brandon goes over buy stop orders and how investors use them in the secondary market. Then we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual FINRA or NASAA question on buy stop orders. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at htt…

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Sell limit orders overview (FINRA SIE, Series 7, 65, 66) 8:56

1+ y ago8:56

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In this podcast, Brandon goes over how sell limit orders work and how investors use them in the secondary market. He then goes over a practice question for the sell limit orders that resembles sell limit order questions on FINRA and NASAA exams. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try…

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Describe a picture for fluency practice 2:16

1+ y ago2:16

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Individual, pair and group work exercise for fluency practice. Speak to a friend in turns for speaking and listening practice with competitive drawing game!

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Buy limit orders overview (FINRA SIE, Series 7, 65, 66) 9:23

2y ago9:23

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In this podcast, Brandon goes over how buy limit orders work and how investors use them in the secondary market. He then goes over a practice question for the buy limit orders that resembles buy limit order questions on FINRA and NASAA exams. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try ou…

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Understanding market orders (FINRA SIE, Series 7, Series 65, Series 66) 9:09

2y ago9:09

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We walk you through understanding market orders and how to utilize them in the secondary market. Then, we go over an Achievable practice question on the topic so you're prepared for your exam. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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How to calculate bid and ask spreads - market makers (SIE, Series 6, 7, 65, 66 exams) 10:47

2y ago10:47

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In this podcast, Brandon shares how to calculate bid & ask spreads, which are generally published by market makers and securities dealers. Then, he goes over an Achievable practice question together with you to ensure you understand the concepts you've learned. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63,…

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Send in your questions 😃 0:36

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Need help preparing for your speaking test? Please share any speaking exam questions you are working on, and I’ll record my sample answer and publish it to the podcast. Write an email to [email protected] or send me direct message on my social media pages. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Dividend dates - FINRA SIE & FINRA Series 7 13:21

2y ago13:21

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We discuss cash dividends paid on common stock investments and related dates. Additionally, we analyze a practice question that could be similar to an actual test question on this topic. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…

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Calculating the intrinsic value of Put options - FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, 66 10:41

2y ago10:41

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What's the value of your put options? In this episode, we explain the concept of intrinsic value as it applies to options, and then show examples of how to calculate it for put options specifically. Then, we walk you through a practice question from Achievable's FINRA courses that may be similar to an actual FINRA test question on this topic. Achie…

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How to calculate the intrinsic value of Call options - FINRA SIE, Series 7 11:22

2y ago11:22

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What's the value of your call options? In this episode, we explain the concept of intrinsic value as it applies to options, and then show examples of how to calculate it. Then, we walk you through a practice question from Achievable's FINRA courses that may be similar to an actual FINRA test question on this topic. Achievable has courses with indus…

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How to calculate total return - updated for 2023 (FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 65, 66) 7:58

2y ago7:58

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You'll need to calculate the total return of an investment strategy in order to pass the FINRA SIE and other exams, and in your work as an investment professional. In this podcast, updated for 2023, we show you how to calculate total return, what things you need to watch out for, and then guide you through a total return problem in Achievable's FIN…

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Real world example of Form ADV Part 2B (Series 63, 65, 66) 6:58

2y ago6:58

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Form ADV Part 2B is a key form that investment advisers use to make disclosures to government agencies. It can be hard to fully appreciate Form ADV Part 2B without context, so in this podcast, we walk you through a real world example of Form ADV Part 2B. This should help you in preparing for the Series 63, 65, and 66 exams. Achievable has courses w…

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Form ADV Part 2B Overview (tested on the Series 63, 65, 66) 9:35

2y ago9:35

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Form ADV Part 2B is an important form that investment advisers use to make disclosures. The use of this form is tested on the NASAA Series 63, 65, and 66 exams. In this podcast, we go over the form's contents, how it is used, and walk through a practice question that you might see on the exam. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates fo…

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Real world example of Form ADV Part 2A 11:29

2y ago11:29

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The investment adviser disclosure Form ADV Part 2A is one of the key things IA compliance needs to manage and is tested on the NASAA Series 63, 65, and 66 exams. In this podcast, we walk through a real world example to help you understand the form and how it can show up on the exams. Achievable has courses with industry best pass rates for the FINR…