[Hammer]

I am really struggling with my decision on which review course to purchase. My employer is offering a fantastic deal on all 4 sections through Becker. Yet, the 18 month expiration really freaks me out. Of course I would love to pass all 4 on the first try within 18 months, but the thought of having to shell out more $$$ if that doesn’t happen is keeping me away. Thoughts? Advice? Will I be doing my self a disservice by not taking advantage of the deal I’m being offered and go with another review course?

FAR - 70, 81
AUD - 83
BEC - 77
REG - 70, 78

Licensed in Ohio.

Now what the hell do I do?

[jeff]

Don't make decisions in light of something that “might” happen 18 months from now is my advice.

Jeff Elliott, CPA (KS) | Another71 | NINJA CPA | NINJA CMA | NINJA CPE

[Anonymous]

I wish I could get Becker for $1,500. I would jump at that!

[Anonymous]

I wish I could get Becker for $1,500. I would jump at that!

[evesocal]

I passed all four sections the first time using Becker.

For my 4th and final exam, FAR, I supplemented with CPA Excel since I was so overwhelmed by FAR. CPA Excel did help and in some ways was easier to read. But if I had to choose only one I'd take Becker. The software is superior to CPAExcel.

That's a fantastic price for it.

B: 75
R: 80
A: 77
F: 81
Ethics: 84, 92 and done!
Licensed in California

[evesocal]

I passed all four sections the first time using Becker.

For my 4th and final exam, FAR, I supplemented with CPA Excel since I was so overwhelmed by FAR. CPA Excel did help and in some ways was easier to read. But if I had to choose only one I'd take Becker. The software is superior to CPAExcel.

That's a fantastic price for it.

B: 75
R: 80
A: 77
F: 81
Ethics: 84, 92 and done!
Licensed in California

[neika822]

I was able to pass all four exams within 10 months on a fairly relaxed schedule. I took one test a window and even gave myself a ton of buffer time to study for FAR. I gave myself several weeks in between each exam to relax or take vacations. It's definitely do-able for 18 months. If you fail a part, you'd have time to retake it, or just buckle down and do it faster than I did.

Becker also will give an extension if you're on your last exam. I've heard of students calling and asking for it.

R - *77*(02/'13)-Becker & NINJA
A - 71('11); *87*(04/'13)-Becker & NINJA
F - *76*(08/'13)-Becker & NINJA - "server upgrade" survivor
B - 60('11); *82*(10/'13) -Becker & NINA

DONE, DONE, AND DONE.

CPA in Massachusetts; issued 01/24/14

[neika822]

I was able to pass all four exams within 10 months on a fairly relaxed schedule. I took one test a window and even gave myself a ton of buffer time to study for FAR. I gave myself several weeks in between each exam to relax or take vacations. It's definitely do-able for 18 months. If you fail a part, you'd have time to retake it, or just buckle down and do it faster than I did.

Becker also will give an extension if you're on your last exam. I've heard of students calling and asking for it.

R - *77*(02/'13)-Becker & NINJA
A - 71('11); *87*(04/'13)-Becker & NINJA
F - *76*(08/'13)-Becker & NINJA - "server upgrade" survivor
B - 60('11); *82*(10/'13) -Becker & NINA

DONE, DONE, AND DONE.

CPA in Massachusetts; issued 01/24/14

[gbeste]

The clock doesnt start ticking until you log in the first time.. Up to two years.. So you get an extra 6 months..

“These goods and services for preparation for the CPA Exam, in connection with Becker Professional Education, are not for sale and are not being sold to you. You may only acquire a license to use such materials. This license and your course materials will expire at the end of 18 months from the date of first login or 24 months from the date of purchase, whichever occurs first.”

FAR - 84
AUD - 93
REG - 76

[gbeste]

The clock doesnt start ticking until you log in the first time.. Up to two years.. So you get an extra 6 months..

“These goods and services for preparation for the CPA Exam, in connection with Becker Professional Education, are not for sale and are not being sold to you. You may only acquire a license to use such materials. This license and your course materials will expire at the end of 18 months from the date of first login or 24 months from the date of purchase, whichever occurs first.”

FAR - 84
AUD - 93
REG - 76

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