Question 1

What is RE5?

Accepted Answer

RE5 is the Regulatory Examination for Representatives under the FAIS Act. It tests your knowledge of the legislation that governs financial services in South Africa and is required before you can act as a representative without supervision.

Question 2

Who needs RE5?

Accepted Answer

Anyone appointed as a representative of an FSP — financial advisers, insurance representatives, bank employees who give advice, and graduates entering the financial services industry.

Question 3

Who needs RE1?

Accepted Answer

RE1 is written by Key Individuals who manage or oversee the financial services rendered by an FSP. It covers governance, oversight and compliance responsibilities.

Question 4

How long does it take to prepare?

Accepted Answer

Most students are ready in four to six weeks studying a few hours a week. Our four-week online class follows exactly that schedule.

Question 5

How do I receive my study material?

Accepted Answer

If you pay online with PayFast, your files unlock for download on the very next page — usually under 60 seconds. If you pay by EFT on WhatsApp, we send everything on WhatsApp within minutes of your proof of payment.

Question 6

How do I pay?

Accepted Answer

You have two options. Option 1: pay online securely with PayFast — card, Instant EFT, SnapScan and more — straight from the product page. Option 2: pay by EFT — message us on WhatsApp, we send our banking details and confirm as soon as the payment reflects.

Question 7

How do the online classes work?

Accepted Answer

Once your class payment is confirmed, we add you to that month's class WhatsApp group where lesson links, notes and reminders are shared.

Question 8

Do you offer support after purchase?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every student gets WhatsApp support so you can ask questions while you prepare, right up to exam day.

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