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Open Exam Prep

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  • [Series 66] 53, Client Privacy Cybersecurity and Records
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    - Distinction between consumers and customers under SEC Regulation S-P.
    - Initial and annual privacy notice delivery requirements and opt-out mechanisms.
    - NASAA Information Security Model Rule requirements for state-registered investment advisers.
    - Practical cybersecurity compliance responsibilities for IARs and investment advisory firms.
    - Record retention differences between investment advisers (5-year rule) and broker-dealers.
    Prepare for your Series 66 exam with independent study resources at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and watch video tutorials at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    https://www.sec.gov/rules/final/34-42974.htm
    https://www.sec.gov/rules/final/ia-1945.htm
    https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-17/section-275.204-2
    https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-17/part-248
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 52, Performance Advertising and Misleading Claims
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    * How gross and net performance presentations must be displayed under investment adviser advertising rules.
    * Prohibited misleading claims, including performance guarantees and cherry-picked account results.
    * Disclosure requirements when comparing portfolio returns against broad market benchmarks.
    * Why fine-print fee footnotes do not satisfy the equal prominence rule for net performance.
    * A simple decision rule to evaluate compliance in Series 66 performance advertising scenarios.
    This independent study resource helps candidates prepare for the Series 66 exam. Practice more questions at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and watch video tutorials at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    https://www.sec.gov/investment/marketing-faq
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 51, Advertising Testimonials and Endorsements
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    * The legal definition of testimonials versus endorsements under federal securities regulations.
    * Disclosure, written agreement, and compensation requirements for federal covered investment advisers under SEC Rule 206(4)-1.
    * Key differences between SEC federal rules and traditional Uniform Securities Act state standards regarding testimonials.
    * How broker-dealers and investment adviser representatives handle public client communications differently.
    * A three C decision rule to quickly evaluate compliant testimonial disclosures on exam questions.
    This independent study resource helps candidates master investment adviser advertising regulations for the Series 66 exam. Practice more topic-specific questions at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and watch video breakdowns at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    * https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    * https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/final/2020/ia-5653.pdf
    https://www.nasaa.org/81020/nasaa-modernizes-investment-adviser-advertising-rules/
    https://www.finra.org/rules-guidance/rulebooks/finra-rules/2210
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 50, Best Execution and Order Handling
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    • The distinction between broker-dealer best execution duties under FINRA Rule 5310 and investment adviser fiduciary standards.
    • How Section 28(e) soft dollar arrangements permit advisers to pay higher commissions for qualifying research and analytics.
    • Which expenses qualify for soft dollar safe harbor protection versus ineligible overhead and administrative costs.
    • How directed brokerage agreements relieve investment advisers of best execution duties when proper disclosures are provided.
    • The DIRECT decision rule for evaluating order routing, client disclosures, and overall execution quality on exam questions.
    This independent study guide is designed to support your Series 66 exam preparation. For additional interactive practice questions and video explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.finra.org/rules-guidance/rulebooks/finra-rules/5310
    https://www.sec.gov/rules/interp/2019/ia-5248.pdf
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 49, Regulation Best Interest and Suitability
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    - The distinction between Regulation Best Interest for broker-dealers and fiduciary duties for investment advisers.
    - The four core component obligations of Regulation Best Interest: Disclosure, Care, Conflict of Interest, and Compliance.
    - How cost evaluation under the Care Obligation elevates Regulation Best Interest above traditional suitability.
    - Why Regulation Best Interest applies to broker-dealer account type recommendations for retail customers.
    - How to apply the Scope, Standard, Status decision rule to evaluate scenario-based exam questions correctly.
    This independent study resource is designed for candidates preparing for the Series 66 examination. Access additional practice materials and video guides at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.sec.gov/regulation-best-interest
    https://www.finra.org/rules-guidance/key-topics/regulation-best-interest
    https://www.sec.gov/about/divisions-offices/division-trading-markets/broker-dealers/staff-bulletin-standards-conduct-broker-dealers-investment-advisers-care-obligations
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 48, Fiduciary Duty and Conflicts of Interest
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    • The core pillars of fiduciary duty: duty of loyalty and duty of care under SEC and NASAA rules.
    • How to distinguish investment adviser and representative standards from broker-dealer requirements.
    • Why conflicts of interest require full written disclosure on Form ADV rather than automatic prohibition.
    • How firm policies, state rules, and federal statutes interact when evaluating material conflicts.
    • A simple decision rule for handling potential conflicts of interest on the Series 66 exam.
    Prepare for your Series 66 exam with independent study resources at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and watch video tutorials on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/exams/general-exam-information/series-66-exam-content-outline/
    https://www.finra.org/registration-exams-ce/qualification-exams/series66
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 47, Advisory Contracts Fees and Assignment
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    - How state rules under the Uniform Securities Act differ from federal rules under the Investment Advisers Act regarding written advisory contracts.
    - What constitutes an assignment of an investment advisory contract and how to identify the applicable client-consent requirement.
    - The regulatory distinction between majority and minority partner changes in an investment adviser partnership.
    - The rules governing performance-based fee arrangements and qualified client exemptions under state and federal law.
    - Requirements for prepaid advisory fees, refund provisions, and substantial prepayment disclosure thresholds.
    This independent study resource helps candidates prepare for the Series 66 examination. Access practice questions at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and video lessons at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026:
    - https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    - https://www.nasaa.org/exams/general-exam-information/series-66-exam-content-outline/
    https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/interp/2019/ia-5248.pdf
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 46, Discretionary Authority and Trading Permissions
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    * The difference between discretionary trading and time and price discretion under state rules.
    * Prior written authorization requirements for broker-dealers and agents under the Uniform Securities Act.
    * The ten business day oral discretion window for state-registered investment advisers under NASAA model rules.
    * Common exam traps surrounding trade authorization timing between broker-dealers and investment advisers.
    * How to distinguish state regulatory mandates from internal firm policies on test day.
    Prepare for your Series 66 exam with independent practice tools at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and watch video tutorials at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    https://www.nasaa.org/exams/general-exam-information/series-66-exam-content-outline/
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 45, Custody and Safeguarding Client Assets
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    - Legal definition of custody under federal rules and NASAA model rules.
    - Mandatory safeguards including qualified custodians, client notices, and quarterly account statements.
    - Exceptions to the annual surprise examination requirement for direct fee deduction.
    - The three-business-day rule for inadvertent receipt of client funds, securities, and third-party checks.
    - How physical possession of assets beyond three business days creates custody obligations.
    This independent study resource helps candidates prepare for the Series 66 exam. For interactive practice questions and tools, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    https://www.nasaa.org/exams/general-exam-information/series-66-exam-content-outline/
    5 min
  • [Series 66] 44, Registration Renewals Amendments and Records
    This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
    In this episode you will learn:
    • How state registration renewals on December 31st differ from federal annual ADV updating amendments.
    • When material amendments to Form ADV and Form U4 must be filed promptly with regulatory authorities.
    • Retention timelines for investment adviser books and records under NASAA model rules and federal regulations.
    • How the de minimis exemption applies to investment adviser representatives serving out-of-state clients.
    • A decision framework for remembering amendment deadlines, annual renewals, and record retention periods.
    OpenExamPrep provides independent study resources for professional qualification tests. Prepare for your exam at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/series66 and explore visual tutorials on https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep .
    Sources checked: September 14, 2026
    https://www.nasaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Series-66-Outline-June-2023.pdf
    https://www.nasaa.org/exams/general-exam-information/series-66-exam-content-outline/
    5 min

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