...tests in the financial services field on the first attempt, including the CFP. This is thanks to my mastery of financial concepts and understanding of test-taking logic and strategy. When you work with me, I will show you the best practices, strategies, and techniques that allowed me to pass the CFP in UNDER SIX MONTHS with a 90% blended score on my only full practice exam. Most candidates spend at least a year on their...
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...with your coursework - whether that be high school work, undergraduate/graduate level Finance, Economics, Math, or Accounting work, or CFA exam prep I graduated Summa Cum Laude (top 5% of my class) from Northwestern University with a degree in economics. I subsequently passed all 3 levels of the CFA examination process. I have worked in Investment Banking (Barclays Investment Bank) where I performed complex financial analyses before subsequently working in Private Equity. Most recently, I...
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...I co-founded my financial planning firm, Providers & Families Wealth Management, with my wife, Lindsey; and in December of that year, I became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. The most influential teachers in my life provided an engaging and entertaining learning experience, and I strongly believe that these are very important characteristics of an impactful education! I look forward to helping you in your pursuit of your next FINRA license or your CFP marks!
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...of Banking as well. I started a financial consulting business while in college then sold it a few years out of college. I became a US Marine. Over the next 15 years combined, I worked for two top 5 US Banks and one top 5 US Defense contractor before moving back into independent consulting in 2016. I have traveled, worked, and lived across the US, Europe, Central and South America, and some of the Middle...
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...me to engage with students at various stages of their educational journeys, tailoring my approach to suit their unique needs. I hold an MBA from Stetson University and a B.A. from the University of British Columbia. I tutor subjects related to finance, business, and preparation for FINRA certifications (Series 6, 7, 63, 65 and 66). My teaching philosophy revolves around fostering critical thinking, encouraging open communication, and making complex concepts accessible. I aim to create...
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...the first attempt. I've actually passed the Series 7 twice! I'm passionate about personal finance and love helping others understand the concepts needed to pass these exams. It's a great field to work in, so whenever I can help someone pass the entry exams, it feels great! My goal as your tutor is simple: To help you pass the exam on the first attempt. I take care to assess your starting position and help you...
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...MBA, and as former investment banker with many years of experience there (now retired), I enjoy teaching finance, accounting, and econ as well as the various secrutities licensing tests. But my avocations are history and literature and I love teaching them as well--whether through assisting with regular school homework and test preparation, or through SAT/ACT prep, or through AP/SAT subject test prep in English Literature, Human Geography, or American or World History.
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...degree in Psychology and a minor in Economics. Since graduation, I worked in asset management as a portfolio manager while pursuing my CFA, and recently founded my own firm. Currently, I am a level 3 CFA candidate and portfolio manager for my digital asset hedge fund. I focus on the fund's DeFi investment strategy, blockchain research, and protocol risk management. For students, (and interns), I have taught solidity, python, CFA level 1 and 2 material,...
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I'm here to help you pass in a fun way. I have over 20 years of Wall Street experience. I have worked as a trader, analyst, investment product specialist, portfolio manager and investment strategist.
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...seen my primary role as an educator. This is equally important to me as a tutor. During my career, I obtained the Certified Series 7, 6, 63, and 65 and the Life, Health, Annuities and Variable Contracts Producer License within various states. I also hold an MBA in finance. I own a financial consulting firm providing financial coaching, financial educational presentations/events, academic instruction and money management skills individually and within my community.
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...training program to pass the Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses. The program I have learned is designed specifically to teach you the information you need to know to pass and skip out on all the fluff. I have a vast understanding of the "test world" concepts and their real world applications. If you are looking for a tutor who can break down the concepts into an easy to understand bits look no further.
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...many different industries, primarily in the role as a process and profit improvement specialist. I then joined an investment firm which was pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence to managing client portfolios. For those unfamiliar with Operations Research, it is generally defined as the application of advanced analytics, primarily mathematics based, to make better business decisions. As a result, I believe Algebra is essential to long-term mathematics learning, knowledge, and personal success. Therefore, while I...
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...securities & investment banking/related) I can relate to people on different levels. I excel in working with those who are learning challenged. This can range from a person who is a non-native English speaker to someone with ADHD/Autism. If you need to take a certification test, I can quell your nerves. I will tutor/coach/mentor you through the subject at hand and in process, impart in you a set of skills you will be able to...
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...a Financial Advisor, MBA Graduate, and Lifelong Learner. I have successfully taken and passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), the General Securities Representative (Series 7), the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63), and the Uniform Investment Advisor Law (Series 65) examinations. Due to my experience in financial services, I will be able to incorporate real-world examples into my sessions in order to help students grasp and understand the material at hand. Let's get started!
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...as a primary source of income; I teach because I enjoy helping others enough to do it in my spare time. People don't care what you know until they know that you care. I'm supposed to write something here about my own achievements. I have an impressive resume by most peoples' standards. But my achievements don't amount to anything unless they translate into helping YOU pass your exam. Let's just leave it at that.
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Experienced portfolio manager, strategist and published author with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Asset Management, Equities, Bonds, Investment Strategies, and Capital Markets. Strong finance professional with a MBA focused in Finance, General from University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business. Series 65, 7, 63, 24, CFA, FRM
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CFA level 1 candidate with diversified graduate-level education in econometrics, derivatives, corporate finance, economics and financial statement analysis. I am a team player, goal oriented, trustworthy. I am fluent in Spanish and English and I am the former President of the Latino Student Association at BYU- Hawaii. I have been educated in 3 different continents. Registered Representative (Series 7)
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The Series 65, or the Uniformed Investment Advisor Law Exam, is a securities license required by most states for individuals who wish to become investment advisors. In order to work as an investment advisor in states that require a Series 65 qualification, individuals must first pass the Series 65 exam. The exam has 130 multiple-choice questions, which test-takers must finish answering within the 180-minute time limit. Those who get at least 72.3% of the questions correct receive their Series 65 license.
Those who are preparing to take the exam should spend time studying and taking practice tests before test-day. The exam covers things an investment advisor needs to know like laws, regulations and ethics. It also covers the practical topics an advisor has to know to perform their job. This includes activities like retirement planning, portfolio management strategies, and more. The Series 65 exam splits its content into four distinct sections. The first is economic factors and business information. The second is investment vehicle characteristics. The next section is client investment recommendations and strategies. Finally, the test concludes by asking candidates to answer questions about the laws, regulations, and guidelines that are important to an investment advisor.
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