TAKING THE SIE EXAM? SEE AMAZON FOR OUR BOOK STUDY FOR THE SECURITIES INDUSTRY ESSENTIALS (SIE) EXAM

Are you planning to take the SIE Exam? If so, consider our study manual, Study for the Securities Industry Essentials Exam. 

Bob Eder J.D.'s book Study for the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam covers the important rules and regulations of FINRA and the other SRO's. 

Bob Eder's book is available from Amazon in both paperback and Kindle e-book versions. 

Here is the link to Bob Eder's book on Amazon.


Bob Eder received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Utah, Quinney College of Law, in 2001. He is a member of the Utah State Bar, although he does not currently practice law.


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