[jeff]

Resources:

REG 10 Point Combo: https://www.another71.com/products-page/ten-point-combo

REG Exam Experience: https://www.another71.com/cpa-exam-forum/topic/reg-exam-experience-official-thread

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

[lvr21]

I just started re-studying this week. I found out I failed REG this weekend. This is my first test and I just want to passssss it! I'm about to purchase the 10 point combo. I studied with Becker last time, but I feel like a I need a boost and everyone seems to like the NINJA stuff. Let's pass this test!

{R: PASSED!! (I passed one!)}
{B: PASSED!! (Halfway there!)}
{F: PASSED!! (1 left!!!)}
{A: PASSED(I am done!!)}

[nashville79]

Apologize if this has already been addressed, but does anyone if 2012 Becker will suffice for preparing for REG?

[KGC111210]

Should be from what I've heard. Check out the updates though.

FAR 69, 74, 78
REG 69, 69, 69, 82
BEC 75
AUD 76

[soxfan866]

Did anyone else find it hilarious that Tim Gearty uses the word “blazing” multiple times in R2? Hearing some of the stuff he says, I wouldn't be surprised if he was under the influence while taping these lectures.

[Lisa]

For my REG prep, I used Becker 2012 lectures, final review, Wiley Book 2012, Gleim book 2013, Gleim test bank 2013 and a corporate tax book CCH 2013 to read some of the more complex topics for prtnerships, S corps,C corps and Estate and Trusts.

AUD 8/04/11: 78
BEC 1/9/12: 73, 4/04/12: 80
FAR 10/25/12: 80
REG 02/25/13: 79
Ethics 100%
VA License Issued 3/2013

[gobias]

@soxfan866 I personally enjoyed his Peter Olinto impersonation. I think it was in R3. “Okay FOLKS! Here we go FOLKS! Let's do this FOLKS!”

On a side-note: I'm having trouble reaching the same level of focus that I had for FAR, any tips on how to fix this?

F - 86
R - 90
A - 97
B - 91

[LSNYC]

Checking in! I am having major issue with my computer tonight so things aren't off to a great start for me. Hoping to get in 2-3 hours….Depending how long I can last 3 would be amazing, but i will be happy with 2.

OK WHY ARE YOU MOWING THE LAWN! THERE IS NO GRASS YET I SWEAR IT IS STILL ALL DIRT!!! (sorry i needed to vent) WTH!

gobais – I had the same problem with FAR, i just couldn't motivate myself after i got my passing AUD grade. I took a few days off relaxed and reminded myself why i wanted this, scheduled my exam and knew if i didn't push myself and pass i would regret it. I started check in to the FAR study group every day and setting small goals, 20 MCQ, 1 hours of videos ect. after each goal i just started to look on to the next one.

Sorry i don't have better advice, you just need to push through this hurdle

A - 61, 91!!
B - 78!
F - 76!!!
R - 71, 73, 74, 69, 77!!!!

Finally done!

This is my 2nd attempt at the exam, I had two parts passed (failed many) and I stupidly quit, big mistake. Now I'm back and with a vengeance!

[MCLKT]

LSNYC – that is great advice! I'm checking in, but not studying tonight. I'm getting one more good night of relaxation and liquor, before the strict study regimen kicks in. I have some very tight deadlines and today close Feb! So, tonight, I will relax and get ready for some serious studying until the end of month when I get to do it all again. I just keep telling myself I will close Feb. March and April… then pass another test!

A:[73]97 F:[74]85 R:86 B:[74]82
*NINJA 10 Pt. COMBO & Yaeger*

[Anonymous]

Hi Everyone,

This is my first post. I've been reading the A71 forums for a while and it's been a great source of inspiration and motivation to get me started on this rather intimidating journey. Best of luck to everyone and I look forward to working with you!

Also, @ Soxfan, that “blazing” stuff seriously cracked me up.

[soxfan866]

gobias – Ha, that's actually R2 as well. The crazy old man is on fire in that lecture! As for your question, there is no simple fix. I've been taking them progressively less seriously (studying-wise) as I've gone on, and honestly, haven't really seen it reflected in the scores I've been getting. You're definitely learning and remembering much more than you feel that you are. Even getting through one section (with a pretty good score) is a huge help because I swear you tend to pick up on the way the exam is written and how that can influence the answer choices (or I could just be crazy). If you're really slacking you should be able to tell, and if you're not I really wouldn't worry too much as I've felt the same way and my scores haven't suffered. Also, using common sense is very helpful whether it be on practice questions or on the actual exam. I can't tell you how many questions I've been able to answer correctly on the exam just by using good ol' context clues.

ChefBlake – Welcome! Mark my words, you will learn to hate Tim Gearty. He will slowly and painfully crush your soul and kill your highlighters.

Man, I need to get through REG and end this misery…

[lvr21]

Anyone using both Becker and the 10 point combo?

{R: PASSED!! (I passed one!)}
{B: PASSED!! (Halfway there!)}
{F: PASSED!! (1 left!!!)}
{A: PASSED(I am done!!)}

[Anonymous]

@ Nashville – I used Becker 2012 alone and passed, just took me three tries =). I do feel like the material can adequately prepare you though.

@ChefBlake – Welcome! These boards are amazing for accountability and encouragement for these brutal tests, glad to have you along.

Good luck to everyone studying for REG! One nugget of wisdom I would offer to each of you; take time to understand the “character” of $ as it flows through entities to/from the owners!!

[LSNYC]

Welcome Chef!

I have the best picture for my avatar and it isn't working, so for now you get a picture of my dog! I am annoyed, obviously studying has ended for the night for me….

A - 61, 91!!
B - 78!
F - 76!!!
R - 71, 73, 74, 69, 77!!!!

Finally done!

This is my 2nd attempt at the exam, I had two parts passed (failed many) and I stupidly quit, big mistake. Now I'm back and with a vengeance!

[jenlynn1213]

Made it through all of the R3 videos this evening! I will start knocking out the R3 homework tomorrow. REG exam is already 1 month from tomorrow and I really want to pass this time around. Luckily I feel like I remember a lot of this stuff from the last time, just need to figure out where I went so wrong.

@Chef Blake, welcome!

AUD - 79 (12/8/12); 91 (2/17/11, expired)
FAR - 82 (8/24/13); 74 (2/28/13); 73 (2/23/12)
REG - 75! (4/20/13); 66 (7/14/12)
BEC - 82 (10/19/13); 69 (8/19/11)
Licensed on 12/23/13!

[smp73]

I decided to give it one more try. Scheduled my REG rematch for April 17! Time to formally lay out an intense study schedule tonight (including listing to NINJA audio at the gym!)

NYS CPA License # 113563
CIA: Done as of 2/15/14

Training for a half marathon post studying!

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