Get Help Studying for the Series 6 & 7 Exams with CompuCram
The CompuCram site ordered a reviewme order for their exam prep software designed for those getting ready to take exams. They asked me to focus on their securities exam prep software, which prepares you for either the Series 6 exam or the Series 7 exam.
Since CompuCram’s introduction in 1997, over 100,000 students have successfully used the product to pass their licensing exams. The site is powered by Hondros Learning – a leading provider of educational products and services for the Real Estate, Appraisal, Home Inspection, Financial Services, Insurance, and Mortgage Lending industries.
How it Works
The tests simulate the real live tests of the license you are working towards acquiring. They have a team of over 200 subject matter experts with an average of 23 years in their profession constantly updating the questions for accuracy. Once a student takes an exam they provide feedback that helps the CompuCram team then add more questions to match the actual test.
So basically you purchase the software which contains all the questions and answers, download it to your computer, then install and utilize the program as often as you see fit. The software is continually updated and for instance with the Series 7 exam software there are more than 1,000 questions. You can download a demo which is the software with just a handful of questions instead of the full 1,000+.
Cost and Guarantee
The Series 6 and Series 7 exam prep programs are $69 each and are good for a lifetime so you don’t have to renew.
Their guarantee is quite interesting to me, it states, “If you pass our practice exams, we guarantee you will pass the real thing.” Reading on though,
“If for some reason you do not pass the exam the CompuCram® was created for, call 1-877-812-3269 within 30 days of activation and we will return your original purchase price.
All we need is a copy of your failure notice and your CompuCram exam grades showing you scored above 80%.”
Why would you buy the software only 30 days before you go to take your test? I know I would be preparing months before the actual test. Also, I do not know how long it takes to get your actual results back. I believe you get them on the spot same day, but I may be wrong.
The Bottom Line
I think the CompuCram software looks pretty good. Sadly I was not given a copy of the full software to test out so I can’t vouch for it being in depth and its accuracy. The site lists a bunch of testimonials which may help you make your decision on whether or not to buy.
I personally have used software like this though before for a different exam and found it pretty worthwhile. These tests are not cheap, so if you make the purchase of $69 and you pass on your first shot well you just made out considering having to take it a second time would cost $xxx extra.
The two products I featured here were the Series 6 exam and the Series 7 exam prep programs, but there are several others available as well which you can check out at their site.
Sounds like interesting software and as you said, if it helps you pass, it is most certainly cost efficient. Good point on the 30 days thing though, it makes very little sense to study for less than 30 days.
What exactly is the series 6 and 7? Maybe another topic for another post.