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Finance Exam Prep

Finance Exam Prep

By: Ran Chen EA CFP®
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Finance Exam Prep is a daily podcast designed to help future tax and finance professionals pass their certification and licensing exams with clarity and confidence. Built and operated by OpenExamPrep, this podcast breaks down major tax exams into focused, easy-to-digest episodes covering the CPA & Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam, including Part 1 (Individuals), Part 2 (Businesses), and Part 3 (Representation, Practices, and Procedures). Each episode targets one key tax concept, common exam trap, or high-frequency test topic—making it ideal for studying during commutes, workouts, or short study sessions. Created by Ran Chen, EA, CFP®, a financial professional and exam specialist who has personally passed multiple professional licensing exams, Tax Exam Prep was developed from firsthand experience with how complex—and often poorly explained—tax exam material can be. The goal is simple: make tax exam preparation clearer, more accessible, and more effective through structured explanations and modern learning tools. Whether you’re preparing for the EA Exam, transitioning into a tax career, or reviewing before test day, this podcast is designed to guide you step by step—one concept at a time. Free practice tools, AI-powered explanations, and additional exam prep resources are available at: https://open-exam-prep.com/Copyright 2026 Ran Chen, EA, CFP® Career Success Daily Economics Education
Episodes
  • [CFA Level I] 14, Candidate Conduct and Correct Use of the CFA Designation

    [CFA Level I] 14, Candidate Conduct and Correct Use of the CFA Designation
    Nov 2 2026
    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: - Prohibitions under Standard VII(A) regarding disclosing confidential exam questions or compromising program integrity. - Requirements for using the post-nominal CFA mark, including passing all exam levels and maintaining active membership. - Rules governing candidate status representation on resumes and social media without using partial designations. - Restrictions on promotional claims to prevent guaranteeing superior investment performance or analytical ability. - How membership lapses affect the right to reference the charter and how to apply the PURE decision framework. This independent preparation resource is designed to supplement your study journey: https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/cfa-level1 and https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep . Sources checked: October 12, 2026 - https://www.cfainstitute.org/standards/professionals/code-ethics-standards - https://www.cfainstitute.org/programs/cfa-program/candidate-resources/level-i-exam
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    5 mins
  • [CFA Level I] 13, Priority of Transactions and Referral Fees

    [CFA Level I] 13, Priority of Transactions and Referral Fees
    Nov 1 2026
    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 Standard VI(B) establishes trade priority for clients, employers, and personal accounts. * What constitutes beneficial ownership and personal pecuniary interest under CFA Institute standards. * Best practices for firm compliance policies including pre-clearance, restricted lists, and blackout periods. * Mandatory upfront disclosure requirements for referral fees and consideration under Standard VI(C). * How to identify common traps regarding non-cash compensation and referral agreement timing. For independent exam preparation resources, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/cfa-level1 and watch video tutorials at https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep . Sources checked: October 12, 2026 https://www.cfainstitute.org/standards/professionals/code-ethics-standards https://www.cfainstitute.org/standards/professionals/code-ethics-standards/standards-of-practice-vi-c
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    4 mins
  • [CFA Level I] 12, Avoiding or Disclosing Conflicts of Interest

    [CFA Level I] 12, Avoiding or Disclosing Conflicts of Interest
    Oct 31 2026
    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: - Core requirements of CFA Standard VI(A) regarding disclosure of potential and actual conflicts of interest. - Why conflict disclosures must be prominent, delivered in plain language, and provided to clients, prospects, and employers. - Common conflict scenarios involving personal stock ownership, corporate board service, and sales incentives. - Why disclosure provides transparency but does not permit biased analysis or unsuitable recommendations. - The practical Avoid, Disclose, Maintain decision rule for resolving conflict situations on the CFA exam. This independent study resource helps candidates prepare for the CFA Level I exam. Practice questions and study tools are available at https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/cfa-level1 and video content is published on https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep . Sources checked: October 12, 2026 https://www.cfainstitute.org/standards/professionals/code-ethics-standards https://www.cfainstitute.org/programs/cfa-program/candidate-resources/level-i-exam
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    4 mins
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