Hi all! I’m beginning my cpa journey in the upcoming weeks! Thinking of taking FAR as my first exam! Can anyone share their study habits and advice on how to approach FAR? I have Becker and am opened to getting Ninja as a supplement. Thank you in advance!

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Becker is more than enough to pass. A lot of the mc in Becker overlap with ninja. If you want to supplement get roger. His lectures are the best imo.
Far is always a good place to start since most people have a hard time. Audit is a good second followed by bec.
Hammer mc. Read and take notes. Watch lectures when needed. Use as many senses as you can. Read. Write. And listen.

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I had no clue how to study or what order. I didn’t know anyone or have any support.
I’m happy I can help

Ninja is definitely overrated, and I would recommend not using roger. Focus on Becker and be willing to do the simulation practice problems and you will pass.

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Thank you for this!!

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