[Anonymous]

As I get closer to the 150 hr requirement to sit, I been thinking about the CPA exam alot, like everyday. A part of me can’t wait to start studying for the exam later next year (mostly because I will get to re-learn all the accounting I learned in school that I have pretty much forgotten now). I kind of feel weird for being excited because I know how exhausting and difficult the CPA exam journey is and I know it will consume my life until I pass it. Is it normal to be excited about preparing for the CPA exam even though I know it will take over my life?

[Anonymous]

@ Jeff, Will do.

[jennknee]

Honestly, when I was taking classes in community college I thought about the CPA exam all the time. I thought about how once I qualified, I could take the exam and then all my hard work would culminate in me passing, getting an awesome accounting job, etc. It would totally seem worth taking full-time units in evening and online classes and working full-time at a non-accounting job.

Then I started studying and I realized how horrible the exam was. And I'm still right in the middle of it. (Although I now have an accounting job!)

I understand the sentiment, but try to relax! Take it one step at a time 🙂

AUD - 7/5/13 - 93
FAR - 8/24/13 - 91
BEC - 11/30/13 - 92
REG - 2/24/14 - 91! DONE!

CPAreviewforFREE, Wiley Test Bank, Becker, and NINJA FLASHCARDS. <3
Candidate from California

[jennknee]

Honestly, when I was taking classes in community college I thought about the CPA exam all the time. I thought about how once I qualified, I could take the exam and then all my hard work would culminate in me passing, getting an awesome accounting job, etc. It would totally seem worth taking full-time units in evening and online classes and working full-time at a non-accounting job.

Then I started studying and I realized how horrible the exam was. And I'm still right in the middle of it. (Although I now have an accounting job!)

I understand the sentiment, but try to relax! Take it one step at a time 🙂

AUD - 7/5/13 - 93
FAR - 8/24/13 - 91
BEC - 11/30/13 - 92
REG - 2/24/14 - 91! DONE!

CPAreviewforFREE, Wiley Test Bank, Becker, and NINJA FLASHCARDS. <3
Candidate from California

[calicpa]

I was kind of excited too, but I think the excitement stems from knowing that you are going to be part of an elite group of professionals and that you are really progressing in your career. I don't think you are actually excited for the studying, just the outcome, at least for me that was the case.

BEC - 84, 4/6/13
AUD - 77, 5/28/13
REG - 83, 4/12/14
FAR - 83, 10/3/13

Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

150 unit education requirement met!
Work experience met!

[calicpa]

I was kind of excited too, but I think the excitement stems from knowing that you are going to be part of an elite group of professionals and that you are really progressing in your career. I don't think you are actually excited for the studying, just the outcome, at least for me that was the case.

BEC - 84, 4/6/13
AUD - 77, 5/28/13
REG - 83, 4/12/14
FAR - 83, 10/3/13

Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

150 unit education requirement met!
Work experience met!

[Anonymous]

@ calicpa. Yeah, that may be what it is. Excited for the outcome. And part of me wants to feel validated. I guess how the Bar Exam validates Lawyers, Medical Boards validates Doctors, etc..

[Anonymous]

@ calicpa. Yeah, that may be what it is. Excited for the outcome. And part of me wants to feel validated. I guess how the Bar Exam validates Lawyers, Medical Boards validates Doctors, etc..

[Fil-Am]

Hello Everyone,

It's nice to be a member of this forum. I am here because I need all your help. :-(. I wanted to share a bit of information about me. I earned my bachelor's degree in the Philippines way back in Oct. 2005. I moved here in the US in mid-2008. I have a family with a 5-year old son. I am currently working for a school district (more than 2 years) as an accountant in South Carolina.

It has been one of my goals to be a US CPA. I chose and applied to sit for the exam in CA since we are planning to move back there in future. Other reason is that CA would accept a general accounting experience from private industry. I finally got my authorization to test from CA Board of Accountancy more than a week ago. I have selected FAR and AUD sections first. I plan to sit for FAR in January 8ish, 2014. I have not finally decided to purchase my review courses and materials yet as a lot of things are going on in our family like moving to our new place by the first week of October 2013. I want to get settled first before getting started – just me.

I have a Wiley CPA Exam Review book or FAR but it literally puts me to sleep and found it so overwhelming. I needed a review course/materials that is not only bite-sized but is also comprehensive and really help me prepare to fight this trek. (I don't need a bite-size that might not help me prepare, 🙁 ).

My plan is to purchase CPA Excel Self – Study (Core Study Materials + 1 free videos of your choice and I like the videos I will just upgrade for the next sections) + Ten Points Combo (Wiley Test Bank and Ninja Notes plus free Audios,etc). Main reason I am not choosing BECKER is the price.

I have been reading different reviews and there's really no telling for me which one should I get. I know it's only me who can decide but do you think CPA Excel + Ten Points Combo are enough resources to help me prepare? I am planning to start studying mid October. Do you think a 10-week is good enough as my preparation time knowing I have been out of school for 8 years?

Any thoughts are appreciated.

Anything worth doing is probably not easy, but the rewards are worth it. (unknown)
Please feel free to add me on LinkedIn just to say hello or stay in touch.

CPA Exam - PASSED 2014
CALCPA Ethics - Passed 2014
CA CPA License - Pending

To God be the Highest Glory. Little Miracle happens every second!

[Fil-Am]

Hello Everyone,

It's nice to be a member of this forum. I am here because I need all your help. :-(. I wanted to share a bit of information about me. I earned my bachelor's degree in the Philippines way back in Oct. 2005. I moved here in the US in mid-2008. I have a family with a 5-year old son. I am currently working for a school district (more than 2 years) as an accountant in South Carolina.

It has been one of my goals to be a US CPA. I chose and applied to sit for the exam in CA since we are planning to move back there in future. Other reason is that CA would accept a general accounting experience from private industry. I finally got my authorization to test from CA Board of Accountancy more than a week ago. I have selected FAR and AUD sections first. I plan to sit for FAR in January 8ish, 2014. I have not finally decided to purchase my review courses and materials yet as a lot of things are going on in our family like moving to our new place by the first week of October 2013. I want to get settled first before getting started – just me.

I have a Wiley CPA Exam Review book or FAR but it literally puts me to sleep and found it so overwhelming. I needed a review course/materials that is not only bite-sized but is also comprehensive and really help me prepare to fight this trek. (I don't need a bite-size that might not help me prepare, 🙁 ).

My plan is to purchase CPA Excel Self – Study (Core Study Materials + 1 free videos of your choice and I like the videos I will just upgrade for the next sections) + Ten Points Combo (Wiley Test Bank and Ninja Notes plus free Audios,etc). Main reason I am not choosing BECKER is the price.

I have been reading different reviews and there's really no telling for me which one should I get. I know it's only me who can decide but do you think CPA Excel + Ten Points Combo are enough resources to help me prepare? I am planning to start studying mid October. Do you think a 10-week is good enough as my preparation time knowing I have been out of school for 8 years?

Any thoughts are appreciated.

Anything worth doing is probably not easy, but the rewards are worth it. (unknown)
Please feel free to add me on LinkedIn just to say hello or stay in touch.

CPA Exam - PASSED 2014
CALCPA Ethics - Passed 2014
CA CPA License - Pending

To God be the Highest Glory. Little Miracle happens every second!

[JTS254]

I'm sure it's been noted before but there are a lot of options and help out there for Becker. First, a lot of employers will help if not reimburse you completely for the Becker (doesn't sound like your situation). My company did not offer any assistance or tuition reimbursement, but I applied for scholarships through my local AICPA chapter and also one through Becker itself. They each awarded a half scholarship, meaning I didn't pay a dime for it. It's been great for me and I would recommend it to anyone able to get their hands on it. Looking back, if I wasn't able to afford it, I would probably look for second hand copies on the internet.

FAR - 84
BEC - 89
AUD - 93
REG - 87

[JTS254]

I'm sure it's been noted before but there are a lot of options and help out there for Becker. First, a lot of employers will help if not reimburse you completely for the Becker (doesn't sound like your situation). My company did not offer any assistance or tuition reimbursement, but I applied for scholarships through my local AICPA chapter and also one through Becker itself. They each awarded a half scholarship, meaning I didn't pay a dime for it. It's been great for me and I would recommend it to anyone able to get their hands on it. Looking back, if I wasn't able to afford it, I would probably look for second hand copies on the internet.

FAR - 84
BEC - 89
AUD - 93
REG - 87

[Fil-Am]

@JTS254 – Thank you. I would love to get Becker, just couldn't afford it now. One of our auditors who is currently sitting for the exam is using Becker and Ninja Notes. He has passed 2 sections (first attempt).

Anything worth doing is probably not easy, but the rewards are worth it. (unknown)
Please feel free to add me on LinkedIn just to say hello or stay in touch.

CPA Exam - PASSED 2014
CALCPA Ethics - Passed 2014
CA CPA License - Pending

To God be the Highest Glory. Little Miracle happens every second!

[Fil-Am]

@JTS254 – Thank you. I would love to get Becker, just couldn't afford it now. One of our auditors who is currently sitting for the exam is using Becker and Ninja Notes. He has passed 2 sections (first attempt).

Anything worth doing is probably not easy, but the rewards are worth it. (unknown)
Please feel free to add me on LinkedIn just to say hello or stay in touch.

CPA Exam - PASSED 2014
CALCPA Ethics - Passed 2014
CA CPA License - Pending

To God be the Highest Glory. Little Miracle happens every second!

[Anonymous]

e_griffin87 – As the others have said, enjoy your life until next summer. Starting the CPA journey is very exciting (otherwise, none of us would do it.) Good luck to you!

CPAExamTrekker – Consider what JTS254 mentioned about scholarships for Becker. It really is a good set and they offer financing if none of the scholarships work out.

[Anonymous]

e_griffin87 – As the others have said, enjoy your life until next summer. Starting the CPA journey is very exciting (otherwise, none of us would do it.) Good luck to you!

CPAExamTrekker – Consider what JTS254 mentioned about scholarships for Becker. It really is a good set and they offer financing if none of the scholarships work out.

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