License requirements to work as a financial advisor vary widely. Generally, depending on your practice, you will most likely need to take either the Series 6 or Series 7 exams as well as the Series 63 ...

Obtaining the Series 7 license is an important step for many financial advisors on their climb up the career ladder. But clearing this obstacle is not without its challenges. To obtain their licenses, ...

As the old adage goes, if at first you don't succeed, try, try again. But as this week's round of the CFP exam kicks off, with tests scheduled from July 11 to July 18, those who fail will have to ask ...

Becoming a financial advisor is a career path you might consider if you enjoy helping others and have a passion for finance. Like any other profession, there are both advantages and disadvantages to ...

Becoming a financial advisor is a career path you might consider if you enjoy helping others and have a passion for finance. Like any other profession, there are both advantages and disadvantages to ...

If you're searching for an advisor who has a clean regulatory history and the proper licenses and certifications, there are a few good places to start looking. Here's how to find and vet a financial ...

Explore the different categories of financial advisors—from RIAs to robo advisors—to determine which expert aligns with your financial planning needs Written By Written by Staff Money Writer, WSJ | ...