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The Risks You May Be Taking With Just a Series 79
Your Series 79 license has "Limited" right in the name. Most advisors never ask what that limit is. See what FINRA says you cannot do — and why it matters.
Apr 6


From State Real Estate Licenses to FINRA Registration: The M&A Advisor's Path
Real estate brokers moving into M&A need FINRA registration, not more state licenses. Learn the Series 79/82 path, sponsorship requirements, and why FINRA-registered advisors close bigger deals.
Mar 31


FINRA’s Maintaining Qualifications Program (MQP) Explained
FINRA’s MQP explained for investment bankers: eligibility, benefits, and key limits — plus how state EVEP rules can still require retaking the Series 63.
Mar 25


Britehorn Securities Named a Top Broker-Dealer in 2026 by Financial Services Review
Britehorn Securities has once again been named a top broker-dealer platform by Financial Services Review, recognizing its platform build by investment bankers, for investment bankers.
Mar 9


How Britehorn Securities Chaperones Foreign Broker-Dealers & Allows Payments to Foreign Finders
Learn how SEC Rule 15a-6 and FINRA Rule 2040 enable us to help you close deals abroad.
Mar 2


Draycott Place Partners Announces Strategic Alignment with Britehorn Securities
Draycott Place Partners has joined Britehorn Securities’ broker-dealer platform, marking a strategic alignment rooted in a shared history of M&A transactions within the title and real estate services sector.
Feb 19


SEC Approves FINRA Gift Limit Increase to $300
SEC approves FINRA’s gift limit increase from $100 to $300 per person per year, modernizing Rule 3220 while preserving compliance safeguards.
Feb 18


Can Registered Reps Get Paid Directly into their Business Entities?
Learn how FINRA Rule 2040, Fleischer v. Commissioner, and SEC guidance affect paying registered reps individually vs. into their entities.
Feb 2


Using AI to Help with Marketing Materials: Is it a Breach of Your NDA?
Using public AI tools is generally considered a breach of an NDA. Here's why — and 6 ways to help reduce risk.
Jan 26


The “State-Line Trap” for M&A Advisors: Why the Federal Exemption Isn’t Enough
Avoid fee clawbacks with proper broker-dealer registration. Learn why M&A advisors operating across state lines need Series 79 or 82 sponsorship.
Jan 19


FINRA Series 7 vs. Series 82 vs. Series 79: Which License Is Right for You?
Learn which exam is right for M&A advisors, when broker-dealer sponsorship is required, and how Britehorn supports flexibility.
Jan 5


Britehorn Securities Welcomed 31 New Representatives to its Broker-Dealer Platform in 2025
2025 has been a banner year, and we are proud to have welcomed an exceptional group of 31 investment banking, M&A advisory, and private placement professionals to the Britehorn Securities platform.
Dec 29, 2025
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