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Student Success Stories
Bull & Bear Training has helped candidates prepare for securities licensing exams for more than 30 years. This page highlights real feedback from students and professionals who used Pete’s training, review sessions, cheat sheets, workbooks, and guidance to prepare more effectively and move forward with confidence.
Real Feedback From Exam Candidates
Preparing for securities licensing exams can be stressful, especially when the material is dense, the questions are tricky, and candidates are under pressure to pass. Over the years, students have shared feedback after preparing for exams such as the SIE, Series 7, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66, Series 9, Series 10, Series 24, and others.
These stories show how clear explanations, targeted review, practical study materials, and direct support can make the preparation process easier to manage.
Featured Success Stories
A few recent highlights from students and professionals.
SIE | May 1, 2026
Yes, I passed!! Thank you! I was mostly scoring high 60s on practice exams, but felt confident on the real exam. The questions were straightforward, with only one current yield calculation and many on risks and education plans. Thanks for all the help this semester!
– AC, Sacred Heart University
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SIE | Apr 14, 2026
I passed!!!! The exam had questions on reg rep situations, misdemeanors/felonies, open-end & closed-end funds, hedge funds, money laundering, premium bonds, and a few options questions. Thanks for an amazing course!
– MP, Sacred Heart University
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S7 | Jan 12, 2026
Hi Pete, I passed S7! Thanks for your class, and I’ll see you for S66 next month. The exam had very few calculations, only 2 margin questions, and many suitability questions about RR recommendations and customer appropriateness.
– FY, Citi
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S7 | May 22, 2025
Hi Pete! I passed my S7 yesterday! I’m beyond relieved and excited. Thank you for helping me get across the finish line and boosting my confidence. Looking forward to finally sleeping in this Saturday!
– RR, Cap Group
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Mar 21, 2026
I passed!!!! Thank you for all your help! PassPerfect felt harder than the actual exam, which had more straightforward questions. There weren’t many bond questions, and a few topics weren’t covered in PassPerfect. I wasn’t fully confident when submitting, but I passed!
– KN, Wells Fargo
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Nov 26, 2025
I passed!!!!! Thanks for everything! The exam had no margin calculation questions, but lots of MSRB and supervision questions. Really appreciate all your help and support!
– SD, Wells Fargo Advisors
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SIE | May 1, 2026
Yes, I passed!! Thank you! I was mostly scoring high 60s on practice exams, but felt confident on the real exam. The questions were straightforward, with only one current yield calculation and many on risks and education plans. Thanks for all the help this semester!
– AC, Sacred Heart University
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SIE | Apr 14, 2026
I passed!!!! The exam had questions on reg rep situations, misdemeanors/felonies, open-end & closed-end funds, hedge funds, money laundering, premium bonds, and a few options questions. Thanks for an amazing course!
– MP, Sacred Heart University
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S7 | Jan 12, 2026
Hi Pete, I passed S7! Thanks for your class, and I’ll see you for S66 next month. The exam had very few calculations, only 2 margin questions, and many suitability questions about RR recommendations and customer appropriateness.
– FY, Citi
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S7 | May 22, 2025
Hi Pete! I passed my S7 yesterday! I’m beyond relieved and excited. Thank you for helping me get across the finish line and boosting my confidence. Looking forward to finally sleeping in this Saturday!
– RR, Cap Group
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Mar 21, 2026
I passed!!!! Thank you for all your help! PassPerfect felt harder than the actual exam, which had more straightforward questions. There weren’t many bond questions, and a few topics weren’t covered in PassPerfect. I wasn’t fully confident when submitting, but I passed!
– KN, Wells Fargo
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Nov 26, 2025
I passed!!!!! Thanks for everything! The exam had no margin calculation questions, but lots of MSRB and supervision questions. Really appreciate all your help and support!
– SD, Wells Fargo Advisors
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Success by Exam Category
Browse feedback by the exam candidates were preparing for.
SIE Exam Success
Feedback from candidates who prepared for and passed the Securities Industry Essentials exam.
Series 7 Success
Stories from candidates who used Pete’s training, review sessions, and resources while preparing for the Series 7.
Series 63 / 65 / 66 Success
Feedback from candidates preparing for state securities law and investment adviser exams.
Series 9 / 10 Success
Success stories from candidates preparing for supervisory licensing exams.
Series 24 Success
Feedback from candidates preparing for the General Securities Principal exam.
Other Licensing Exams
Additional feedback from candidates preparing for other FINRA, NASAA, and CFTC exams.
What Students Often Mention
Common themes from Bull & Bear Training feedback.
Clearer Understanding
Students often mention that Pete’s explanations helped difficult material become easier to understand.
Better Exam Strategy
Candidates frequently reference practical guidance on how to approach tricky wording and exam-style questions.
Useful Study Materials
Many students mention the value of Pete’s cheat sheets, workbooks, slides, and review materials.
Confidence Before the Exam
Several testimonials describe feeling more prepared and confident after using Pete’s training and resources.
Exam- Specific Feedback
Organized success stories from different licensing exams.
May 2, 2026
I felt the material fully prepared me for the exam.
I was very confident when submitting and didn’t change my answers.
Thanks again for your guidance—I really appreciate it.
RP - Sacred Heart University
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May 1, 2026
Yes, I passed!! Such a relief after all my studying.
I felt confident during the exam, and the questions were mostly straightforward.
Thanks for all the help this semester!!
AC - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 29, 2026
I passed my SIE exam and felt confident I did my best.
The practice tests and materials helped me prepare well for the exam.
Thank you for your teaching and advice!
DG - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 21, 2026
I passed the SIE Exam.
The exam covered key topics like margin, risks, and options.
Thanks for all the help during preparation!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 14, 2026
I passed!!!!
The exam included topics like regulations, funds, and options.
Thanks for an amazing course!
MP - Sacred Heart University
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Nov 7, 2025
I passed! There were many questions on risks and some options calculations.
Your class really helped, and I truly enjoyed learning.
Thank you for all your support!
AG - Sacred Heart University
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Jan 7, 2025
I passed my SIE exam on the first attempt.
The questions were very similar to practice tests, and I felt confident.
Thank you for a great semester!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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May 8, 2025
I passed and felt very confident submitting the exam.
Your materials and guidance made the preparation straightforward.
Thank you for all your help!
CD - Sacred Heart University
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May 2, 2026
I felt the material fully prepared me for the exam.
I was very confident when submitting and didn’t change my answers.
Thanks again for your guidance—I really appreciate it.
RP - Sacred Heart University
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May 1, 2026
Yes, I passed!! Such a relief after all my studying.
I felt confident during the exam, and the questions were mostly straightforward.
Thanks for all the help this semester!!
AC - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 29, 2026
I passed my SIE exam and felt confident I did my best.
The practice tests and materials helped me prepare well for the exam.
Thank you for your teaching and advice!
DG - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 21, 2026
I passed the SIE Exam.
The exam covered key topics like margin, risks, and options.
Thanks for all the help during preparation!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 14, 2026
I passed!!!!
The exam included topics like regulations, funds, and options.
Thanks for an amazing course!
MP - Sacred Heart University
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Nov 7, 2025
I passed! There were many questions on risks and some options calculations.
Your class really helped, and I truly enjoyed learning.
Thank you for all your support!
AG - Sacred Heart University
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Jan 7, 2025
I passed my SIE exam on the first attempt.
The questions were very similar to practice tests, and I felt confident.
Thank you for a great semester!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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May 8, 2025
I passed and felt very confident submitting the exam.
Your materials and guidance made the preparation straightforward.
Thank you for all your help!
CD - Sacred Heart University
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May 2, 2026
I felt the material fully prepared me for the exam.
I was very confident when submitting and didn’t change my answers.
Thanks again for your guidance—I really appreciate it.
RP - Sacred Heart University
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May 1, 2026
Yes, I passed!! Such a relief after all my studying.
I felt confident during the exam, and the questions were mostly straightforward.
Thanks for all the help this semester!!
AC - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 29, 2026
I passed my SIE exam and felt confident I did my best.
The practice tests and materials helped me prepare well for the exam.
Thank you for your teaching and advice!
DG - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 21, 2026
I passed the SIE Exam.
The exam covered key topics like margin, risks, and options.
Thanks for all the help during preparation!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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Apr 14, 2026
I passed!!!!
The exam included topics like regulations, funds, and options.
Thanks for an amazing course!
MP - Sacred Heart University
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Nov 7, 2025
I passed! There were many questions on risks and some options calculations.
Your class really helped, and I truly enjoyed learning.
Thank you for all your support!
AG - Sacred Heart University
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Jan 7, 2025
I passed my SIE exam on the first attempt.
The questions were very similar to practice tests, and I felt confident.
Thank you for a great semester!
JS - Sacred Heart University
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May 8, 2025
I passed and felt very confident submitting the exam.
Your materials and guidance made the preparation straightforward.
Thank you for all your help!
CD - Sacred Heart University
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From Preparation to Passing
Every candidate’s exam experience is different, but the feedback from Bull & Bear Training students points to a consistent theme: focused preparation, clearer explanations, and practical guidance can make difficult licensing exams easier to approach.
Whether someone is preparing for their first exam, retaking an exam, or trying to complete multiple licenses, Pete’s training is designed to help candidates focus on what matters and prepare with more confidence.
Ready to Prepare With More Confidence?
If you are preparing for a FINRA, NASAA, or CFTC licensing exam, contact Pete to discuss your exam, your timeline, and the type of support that would be most useful for you.
