r/Series66

I need advice regarding the Series 66. I am currently studying for the 66, and today I took the Kaplan midterm and scored a 67% after over a month of reviewing and doing simulated practice tests like the midterm, where I had been scoring in the 78–85 range and making flashcards based on the book, which ones I struggled with. I’m looking for advice on what to do next—since I scored low on the midterm, should I continue on to the other half of the book, or should I take a few days or even a week to review? This test is very frustrating ! My current methodology involves using the Kaplan 12th edition, which I have been studying for about 8 months. This includes reading the book, taking in-depth notes, watching Dean’s videos, and taking notes on those as well, completing all the practice questions for each chapter with scores above 85% to ensure understanding, and then taking the chapter tests. Am I doing something wrong? I’ve also been looking into TestGeek after finishing the content. Is there something I’m missing, or am I getting too deep into the weeds? Sometimes I feel like everything is important. The SIE took me roughly 4 months to complete and did the same method I am doing here, and I’m now doing the 66 since I do not currently work for a firm or have my 7 yet.

I just want to know any advice that anyone has to be able to pass the darn test? I know everyone is different, but this is like a gut punch and sets me back.

Paying it forward to all you test takers.
Passed SIE, Life & Health, 7, and 66 first try.

Study habits are essential. Figure out what works best for you and go hard fully commit. I’m a father of two and sometimes you have to prioritize your time for the greater benefit of your children. This meant being half present in times that I didn’t want to be, but keep your eyes on the prize.

The YouTube videos from series 7 guru and Ken were my lifeline. I could always turn on an air pod when in the waiting room and always digested content during windshield time.

I personally didn’t absorb information by reading the books. I tried, but I made it through a few pages and felt my time would be better spent drilling questions.

I use the Kaplan KeyBank every morning before work and every evening after putting kids to bed. From there is important to realize what your weak areas are to a targeted drill. Find the Wright YouTube content and apply that to the next simulated exam.

Personally, I never used the dump sheet or flashcards. I realize that I’m an auditory learner so digesting the content and audio and video format worked best for me.

Now for the 66. I took Ken’s brutal exam twice scored 78 and 79. Once I hit 81% in the Kaplan KeyBank I scheduled. I felt more prepared for the 66 than any others, but the test really forces you to pick the lesser of two evil sometimes. Slow down read the full question and think critically. Some of these answers aren’t gonna jump out as the right answer on the first pass. But I assure you if you’ve paid attention to Dean or Ken or both preferably they’ve covered the content you need.

I’m glad it’s over, I’m ready to get to work.
Good luck to all of you testtakers what works for me might not work for you, but wanted to share my experience.

Best wishes!

Edit: Q Bank not Key Bank. Auto correct🙄

Im embarrassed to even write this because who fails a test 4 times? My first 3 attempts were 9 years ago after I passed the Series 7. Right away my 41 year old brain is far from remembering anything from 10 years ago and haven’t taken a test since. I used Training Consultants (both times, it’s what finally got me to pass the 7) but I have to say I regret using them again. Their practice exams were far from the actual exam. After getting a 66, 73, 73, 66 and 77 on each final exam , i knew i needed more help. I came on here and took the advice of strangers and bought the test geek brian lee’s study materials which i feel helped tremendously. Also watched every youtube video of his and did a couple of ride along Kaplan q bank exams with the Guru Dean Tinney. (Hes a little dry for me but did pick up some things here and there from him)

Today i took the exam and got a 71. Devastating. There was not 1 roman numeral answer where you have to pick multiple answers . Not ONE. And i feel like the majority of what I studied was filled with them. I was surprised actually at how many point shoot and click questions there were and overall the test felt way easier than any of the practice exams i took. Zero and i mean zero math questions. I didn’t use my calculator once and used my scrap paper one time. My weak areas were laws and regs (32/45) and client recommendations (18/30).

I feel exhausted and don’t know where else to turn to for additional help for re-taking the exam a 5th time. Does anyone have any advice or mind telling me of their experience so i can not feel like such a loser. I have been studying 2-4 hour days mostly 7 days a week for the past 6 weeks. I just want this exam out of my life.

I missed passing by 2 points. The hurt is real .

Finally my exam day is quickly approaching, I have done my best these past 30 days coming off a 63 victory to prepare for the 65. I have used Kaplan and watched a few of Dean's videos and I am have been consistently scoring 73-78 my lowest score was a 70 and highest was an 80. Any last minute recommendations?

Hi everyone, I am taking my exam tomorrow and I took one of Ken’s brutal exam and got a 84 so far I’ve been averaging in the late 70s too early 80s on the exam. I do get nervous with the wording of the exam because I can’t tend to go 50-50 and then sometimes get it wrong, but do you guys think I’m ready for the exam tomorrow? I do use passperfect from BOA as a vendor. ALSO, how important is it to memorize the formulas or should I focus more on just remembering the rules and regulations of IAand IAR versus BD and agents ANY TIPS AND ADVICE, PLEASE AND THANK YOU!!