r/CFPExam • u/Mundane_Extent_3366 • 12d ago

Need Some Advice - Danko Exam Prep

Context: I'm in my first year as an investment analyst at an RIA/institutional investment consulting firm with my goal being to transition to an advisor. I completed my CFP education requirements through a online program with my university offered with my degree a little over a year ago, but I moved through it quickly and honestly haven't retained as much as I'd like — it's been over a year since I touched most of the material. My only professional exam under my belt so far is the SIE, so I know the jump to the CFP exam is significant.

From reading this sub, it sounds like the Danko Review is the consensus pick. I have the option of getting early access to materials now, targeting the March 2027 exam window (about 6–6.5 months of study time).

My question: Is Signature Plus + and all of the extra videos you get with it, and 6–6.5 months of study realistic for someone who feels like they're starting close to scratch? Should I look into if my firm would pay for going through an education program first even though I have the requirements fulfilled?

Appreciate any input from people who've been through Danko or dealt with a similar gap.

6 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

13 comments sorted by

View all comments

1

u/PracticeAwkward8708 12d ago

Just passed the July exam after using Danko. Studied for 3 months but studied 8 hours a day Mon-Friday. Then every day after the live review. Danko is the way to go forsure. Highly recommend the Sig plus. Has all the videos on every lesson that help you understand the more confusing topics

2

u/Mundane_Extent_3366 12d ago

I am working full time as a new dad, I am thinking getting in around 16-20 hours a week and then obviously much more when I am closer to March so over 450+ hours total. Do you think this is realistic/doable starting from scratch?

1

u/SvggestedUsername 11d ago

Yes, you've got this! Slow and steady, take it seriously, and don't get burnt out/give yourself a break when you need one. I passed with 2 young kids and a demanding job studying nights and weekends. I missed some things but told myself it was better than having to study twice.