Get sponsored by top broker dealer firms and receive comprehensive Series 7 exam preparation with expert guidance
We connect aspiring financial advisors with companies that sponsor Series 7 licenses — handling everything from firm matching to exam day support.
Connect with broker dealer firms offering Series 7 sponsorship in your area.
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To take the Series 7 exam, you need a FINRA-registered broker dealer to sponsor you. FATI works with 500+ Series 7 sponsor firms — from national wirehouses to independent broker-dealers — so you can find the right fit without searching alone.
Large national firms like Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, UBS
LPL Financial, Raymond James, Ameriprise and similar firms
Local and regional broker-dealers in your area
Insurance-affiliated broker-dealers offering full sponsorship
The Series 7 license is your gateway to becoming a General Securities Representative
The Series 7 exam, administered by FINRA, qualifies you to sell corporate securities, municipal bonds, options, variable contracts, and more. It's the most comprehensive securities license available.
Financial advisors, stockbrokers, investment representatives, and wealth managers all require Series 7 certification to legally advise clients and execute trades.
Regulated by FINRA, the Series 7 license ensures professionals meet strict standards for knowledge, ethics, and client protection.
Everything you need to know about the Series 7 exam format, structure, duration, and requirements
Multiple choice format covering all securities topics
3 hours 45 minutes total Series 7 exam duration
90 correct answers required to pass Series 7
Common & preferred stock, rights, warrants, ADRs
Corporate & government bonds, municipal securities
Calls, puts, strategies, taxation, risk management
Account types, regulations, documentation
FINRA rules, SEC regulations, compliance
Portfolio theory, risk assessment, suitability
⏱️ Series 7 Study Plan & Preparation Timeline
Most candidates study 2-3 months with 15-20 hours per week. Intensive programs can prepare you in 4-6 weeks with dedicated full-time study.
Proven Series 7 exam tips from candidates who passed on their first attempt
Create a structured daily schedule. Allocate more time to high-weight topics like Equity Securities (23%) and Options (18%). Consistency beats cramming every time.
Take full-length Series 7 practice tests under timed conditions. Aim for 80%+ on practice exams before scheduling your real test. Review every wrong answer.
Track your scores by topic. If options or regulations are dragging you down, dedicate extra sessions to those Series 7 exam topics before moving on.
Study with a partner or join a study group. Our coaches provide weekly check-ins to keep you on track with your Series 7 exam prep schedule.
The Series 7 tests application, not just recall. Focus on understanding why rules exist — especially for suitability, options strategies, and margin accounts.
Don't cram the night before. Sleep well, eat a good breakfast, and arrive early. The Series 7 exam duration is 3h 45m — mental stamina matters.
Our proven 4-step process connects you with reputable broker dealer sponsor firms and gets you licensed
Submit your application and complete our career readiness assessment. We evaluate your background, goals, and qualifications to match you with the right Series 7 sponsoring firm.
We connect you with 2-3 FINRA-registered broker dealer firms in your area. You'll interview with each firm to find the best cultural and professional fit for your career.
Once sponsored, you'll receive access to comprehensive Series 7 study materials, practice exams, and expert tutoring. Most firms cover exam fees and provide paid study time.
Take the Series 7 exam with confidence. After passing, you'll begin your career with ongoing mentorship, training, and support from your sponsoring firm.
Comprehensive Series 7 study guide resources and structured coaching to ensure you pass on your first attempt
Customized Series 7 study plans tailored to your availability, whether you're studying full-time or balancing work and family commitments.
One-on-one coaching sessions with experienced Series 7 professionals who keep you motivated and on track throughout your Series 7 exam preparation.
Access to thousands of Series 7 practice test questions and full-length simulated exams that mirror the actual Series 7 testing experience.
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Join hundreds of aspiring financial advisors who found their broker dealer sponsorship through FATI