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  1. brian.field

    Anyone here with an actuarial background?

    I began my career in the actuarial field (pension consulting firm Towers Perrin (now Towers Watson). I have passed P and FM and have looked at the MFE material a few times. Honestly, it was very helpful as the FRM exams are no where near the difficulty of actuarial exams. I rank the actuarial...
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    algebra in P1.T2. Miller Chapter 2 video

    "f(x) = 3/125*x^2 them turn it to f(x) = 3/125*1/3*x^3 = x^3/125 = p" This is not algebra per se. Rather, it is calculus. The integral of x^n is (x^(n+1)) / (n+1) . Do you have any background in undergraduate mathematics? I think that a minimum level of comfort with math is necessary for...
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    Mortgage refinance

    This is a simply math problem - it requires you to know how to calculate the payment on a fully amortizing loan. You can use the PMT function in excel, even easier, just use the TVM functionality on the BAII Plus calculator. N = 12*30 = 360 (months) 5% / 12 = period rate PV = 250000 FV = 0...
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    I will always come back! :)

    I will always come back! :)
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    It is soooo worth it!

    It is soooo worth it!
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    I feel good about your chances Seidu....I sense a pass is forthcoming!

    I feel good about your chances Seidu....I sense a pass is forthcoming!
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    Welcome to the club - we're glad to have you! ;)
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    AAAAWWWWWEEEEE YEEEAAAHHHHHHHHH!
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    Oh man - I am sorry Mani! At least you know that they are making progress and will be to you sooner than later!!!
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    I had a girlfriend in college that once said, "Brian, you cease to amaze me." I don't think she...

    I had a girlfriend in college that once said, "Brian, you cease to amaze me." I don't think she knew the correct phrase.....or maybe she did!
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    Dude! You are so hilarious! If anyone would have scared them away, it would have been me....like when I called for an update and the same person that has been sending me vague emails (with not real informaiton) answered and I said that I had the wrong number.... :)
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    anytime now @Mkaim!
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    @dwheats - I submitted around 1 AM the night the results were released....i.e., within an hour of the exam score release.
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    If anyone could share their knowledge on how long it takes to receive FRM certification after submitting work experience, please share it here for others. Date Work Experience Submitted: 06-28-16 Date Certified FRM by GARP: 07-13-16 # days to certify: 16 days CONFIRMED - BRIAN FIELD, FRM
  15. brian.field

    Entertainment? Yes! Help? Rarely....

    Entertainment? Yes! Help? Rarely....
  16. brian.field

    Analystforum has provided me some of the best entertainment ever. Check this one out...

    Analystforum has provided me some of the best entertainment ever. Check this one out. http://www.analystforum.com/forums/cfa-forums/cfa-general-discussion/91352655
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    And this is why I stopped playing games when I went to college.....I know many folks that didn't...

    And this is why I stopped playing games when I went to college.....I know many folks that didn't return after winter break after spending a term playing mario cart....
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    Seriously....spent the weekend with my younger nephews and nieces.....it is crazy!

    Seriously....spent the weekend with my younger nephews and nieces.....it is crazy!
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    Exam Feedback May 2016 Part 2 Exam Feedback

    THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!! Congrats!!!
  20. brian.field

    Algebra

    @hellohi - it may be a language issue, but your questions seem to be moving in the direction of wasting peoples' time. The question above is a perfect example. This is what I think @Mkaim said better than I could. The forum can be a critical place for learning but people will be less...
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