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RE5 & RE1 Exam Prep Guides

General Guides

RE5 Exam Pass Mark: Duration, Format & What Actually Gets Tested

The RE5 pass mark, exam structure, and what the exam is really testing you on — beyond just the topic list.

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RE5 vs RE1: What's the Difference, and Which One Do You Need?

Representative or Key Individual? A clear breakdown of what separates the two exams, and how to know which applies to you.

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How to Study for RE5 in 30 Days: A Realistic Study Plan

A week-by-week plan built around how the exam is actually weighted — not just reading everything in order.

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The RE5 Blueprint Series

All 8 official Blueprint tasks, covered task by task — every Qualifying Criteria, real exam traps, and worked scenarios.

Task 1: Understand the FAIS Act as a Regulatory Framework

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Task 2: Contribute Towards Maintaining an FSP Licence

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Task 3: Define the Role of the Key Individual

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Task 4: Adhere to the Specific Codes of Conduct

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Task 5: Comply with Regulated Record Keeping Requirements

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Task 6: Comply with FICA and Money Laundering Regulations

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Task 7: Dealing with Complaints Submitted to the Ombud

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Task 8: Operate as a Representative in Terms of the FAIS Act

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