Would get your CPA license in mid career? Is it still worth it?

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Funny I am in a similar situation

I do think it would open more doors question is do I want to walk through those doors haha

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Loll same!!!!! This is also why I haven’t done it so far

That depends on what you want to do

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CPAs are silly

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I’m silly

I wouldn’t. Tons of cpas under me paid less. I am just an EA. Barrier is too high to justify it for me.

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There are many barriers. It’s not worth it in my opinion

Yes, everyone values the credentials

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100%

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Yeah why not?

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The only reason not to is the time and financial effort to get the license. But I think its worth it, even if your career doesn't place much emphasis on getting the license, just for the respect value of it.

It is better to have it and not need it then to need it and not have it

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There is a certain degree of respect associated with being a CPA, even if it may not directly help you. If you have the time and resources to do it, I would recommend still pursuing it. It will still differentiate you from those that don't have the license.

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