Pass the 6: A Training Guide for the FINRA Series 6 Exam [Paperback]

Robert Walker (Author)

Book Description

Series: Pass the 6 | Publication Date: August 4, 2009

Do the terms collateralized mortgage obligation, subordinated debenture, and pass-through certificate give you a headache? Do you need to take the Series 6 exam? If you can answer yes to both of these questions, then you've come to the right place.

This must-have book guides you through the intricacies of the Series 6 exam, matching each book chapter to the corresponding exam section. Walker takes the exam apart piece by piece, and explains terms and concepts with a sense of humor and ease not found in other exam guides. He shows you, step-by-step, how not to be misled by the questions. The book includes chapter quizzes plus two complete 100-question practice exams as well as a handy glossary.

Once you've finished this book, you will be able to take the test with confidence!

Editorial Reviews

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I am writing to thank you for all your help. I successfully passed the Series 6 yesterday. Your textbook was the most helpful of all the material
I tried and trust me I've tried more than a few. Please keep up the good work and I will refer your books to everyone I know. Now on to Series
63 and yes, I have purchased your book. --Yvette Roserie, Tax Professional, BBS Enterprises

Your thorough work and sense of humor make it a pleasure to study. You could not have been more helpful, and knowledgeable in how to take the test! Without your Pass the 6 materials, I would not be currently collecting commission checks for my investment practice! --Thomas White, III, Financial Representative

Before using your program I went to a school here in Washington and spent more than $300.00 and got nothing from them! Nada! And, I did
not pass the 63 the first time. I did not even try to pass the 6 because I was so frustrated I was thinking I was the dumbest person in the world! With you, I could understand the subject . . . the simple examples that you provide with the 'real world' viewpoint that I am used to really helped. I finally realized that this material is not brain surgery!!! Securities are a seriously dangerous field if you are not prepared. And you make us aware of everything with a little touch of humor, which makes us feel less stressed out and helps us really understand what the heck goes on in the investment world. As you know, English is not my first language, let alone the language of securities expressed in English. Thank you again! --Maria Ines Anderson

About the Author

Robert Walker, a professional trainer who specializes in the FINRA/NASAA Series 6, 63, 65, 66, and 7 exams, has written this book for those who are about to brave the Series 6 examination. Armed with an M.F.A. in writing and a B.A. in English, Walker has managed to translate Securities-ese into plain English, with a liberal dash of humor.

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: First Books; 3 edition (August 4, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 091230197X
• ISBN-13: 978-0912301976
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #762,182 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, August 19, 2010

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I used the book for my series 6 exams about a month ago, and it was great. I had a 89 thanks to the book

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good but need more sources, August 29, 2010

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This review is from: Pass the 6: A Training Guide for the FINRA Series 6 Exam (Paperback)

The book is written with humor which make it easier and more interesting.
Just reading the book and do the 2 tests in the end will not be enough for most people because you need to memorize a lot of facts.

I found out about this FREE and great site.
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This site is dry but state the facts in top to bottom way which was easier for me. The site also has FREE tests.

English is a second language for me which made it harder...this is what I did
1. Read the book 2. Read the site 3. summarize the site
4. Did the test from the book and reviewed 5. Did the test from the site and reviewed. I realized I can finish the test about 20-30 before the time ends
6. Did all the questions from the site without time limit
7. Did the second test from the book.

I started at 50 but end up at 80 on the above tests. I read and heard the real test would be easier...no way in my case

The real test: it was harder than any test I took before. There were a lot more complicated questions (long BS instead of easy one liners), more questions about annuities and...I had no time. In the middle I had 50 questions and 50 minutes left. This means no time since you have about 1.5 minutes per questions....do you feel the pressure. Then I see 10 more questions and only 5 minutes left...it seems like they give you a break at the end. I finished all the questions and had 1 minute left...do you think I went back to check? Are you crazy? what can I do in 1 minute. I finished and..the system said "wait 10 sec for your results"....it was a very long 10 sec...I PASSES with 81.

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Written And Easy to Follow, December 19, 2011

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This review is from: Pass the 6: A Training Guide for the FINRA Series 6 Exam (Paperback)

Pass the series 6 study book is very well written and easy to follow. Robert Walker uses a combination of common speak and humor to teach you the technical information. I would highly recommend this book to anyone preparing for the series six.