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Anyone know of a good cpa exam tutor they can recommend?

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I haven’t passed any of the exams yet. Ive taken FAR and BEC in the past. I think I need to start fresh. What’s the best order to take the exams in now since the updates?

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Is Becker material - MCQs and Simulations enough for REG?

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Anyone find out they passed one of the discipline sections today?

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Were scores released yet? Idk if I can bring myself to look yet 😭

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Hello all, I need a quick advice. I'm just about to start studying for REG and I plan on starting R4,R5,R6 and then moving on to R1, R2 and R3. The reason I would like to start in this order is because … more

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Are the Becker final review books out yet for the 2024 exam?

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Ideas how to keep current FT job, while gaining experience under a CPA? I am the top accounting staff at current company and enjoy my job. But will need to find a way to meet the experience requiremen… more

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For everyone who’s taken the new exam, what are your thoughts?

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Can someone please provide advice or thoughts on the CPA exams this year given the changes and the score release dates? Is anyone waiting until next year to take the exams? TIA

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Taking another run at the exams again after a long hiatus. I’m restarting with REG and wanted some tips on which topics I should focus on so that I can increase my chances of passing. Or, if there are… more

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I am taking FAR tomorrow and cannot get into my NASBA portal to print my NTS. It keeps saying “Unable to sign in” and when I try to reset my password it says reset password is not allowed at this time… more

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Is getting a CPA really worth it?
Does anyone that have it know if it really did open more doors and provide more pay?

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Does anyone feel alone to study? This is me. I received the email from NASBA for the CPA examination review, and I feel I need to start to study. I always wanted to take the CPA exam but I’ve not been consi… more

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Heavily tested topics on the new FAR exam?

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Does anyone actually know how the cpa exam is graded? Is it true not all the questions actually count and some MCQ are worth more than others? I also heard that they got away with the harder second te… more

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For anyone whose taken a CPA exam recently, would you say the actual exam is easier than Becker Professional Education Simulated Exams? Becker says 50% on SEs means you are exam day ready, but there … more

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Anyone take the new FAR yet? How was it? What areas were tested most?

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What is everyone using / used to study for REG? How do/did you like your review course?

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Any tips on studying while working full-time? I’m generally off by 5p and work from home. Two dogs and a partner, so not too much stress there.

And, if it helps at all, I’m starting with FAR.

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Hi guys, I’m an accountant working in the UK over 3 years of experience. I have one paper left to qualify as a Chartred Accountant. I’m currently planning to move to USA and obtain CPA. If anyone is … more

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EY hey guys I recently moved to the US and I now want to attempt CPA. Assuming I get started after busy season which is March for me and pace myself, how much time do I need to invest in each discipl… more

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Curious. Studying vs Experience.
How many of you started studying and a lot of things at work or in your own life have cleared up? That "Ahha!" Moment when you do your own or a family member's taxes … more

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Someone please tell me you get used to the new becker format…. I am on module 2 of reg and I’m hating it so far. Also these mcq are asking things that werent even covered I’m so confused. Does it get … more

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For those confused about the credit extensions that came into play with CPA Evolution, be advised there are two of them.

1) Credit EXTENSION policy- All 55 jurisdictions approved the policy that states any c… more

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Does anyone know about the credit eligibility initiative in NC. Need more clarification

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Is 24 days enough time to study for REG? I am also in busy season right now.

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Anyone here registered with New Hampshire? Have you heard anything about credit relief initiative from them?

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I ordered my BAR Becker textbook at the end of January and it was like $55. I just went to order FAR and it’s $125. Kinda a crazy increase no?

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I am starting to study for REG next week and taking the exam 3/23. I have absolutely no tax background though so I’m starting to worry. I passed AUD and BEC but those were familiar topics. The last we… more

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Anyone taking one of the new discipline sections before the cut off on 2/6? How are you preparing? If you already have taken it, how did you prepare and what were your thoughts after?

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Hi Everybody,
I work as a Financial Analyst in a Retail Company in Canada. I started to pursue CPA recently and I have long term goal to relocate to US eventually (haven’t figured that out yet). Somebo… more

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Can anyone who has taken the new cpa exams provide any insight? Specifically for BAR or FAR?

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Short 3 credit for NY state licensing. Don’t want to pay for classes. Thinking apply to Ohio CPA and transfer in 4 years to NY. Does this idea stand? (My firm can pay for licensing fee but not educati… more

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I’m curious about what’s going on with the NTS. On a Reddit thread it sounded like some states would only allow you to get one exam per NTS. Which feels expensive and crazy.

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Hi everyone, could you please help me?
I’m an international student taking an MBA in Wisconsin, and I’m trying to take the CPA exams this year. What’s the best way to get my university transcript evalu… more

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Are there any folks located in the LA/OC area that are studying for the CPA and want to start a group chat/study group? I'm starting Becker and would love some accountability/study buddies to help each … more

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