[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?

[JY]

I think when you are in school. You have an optimistic view of your future…that optimism evaporates quickly once you graduate and start working. I was really excited to start studying for the exam. I think I wasn't excited about taking the exam, I was excited about what I can do AFTER I pass the exams. That excitement died the first day I started studying. I finished two parts and now my motivation has taken some serious toll. Now I am just counting down the days till my exams are done. November 30th can't come fast enough!

REG: 86 8/3/13
BEC: 85 8/31/13
FAR: 87 10/27/13
AUD: 90 11/30/13

[Fil-Am]

Hello JY,

Are you a fresh/recent graduate? What course do you use? I have been out of school for a good 8-year and will start studying Oct 12th.

Good Luck. You're halfway there!

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 JY,

Are you a fresh/recent graduate? What course do you use? I have been out of school for a good 8-year and will start studying Oct 12th.

Good Luck. You're halfway there!

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!

[JY]

@CPAExamTrekker

Thanks! I graduated 3 years ago and have been working in both industry and public accounting. I started studying in June using Becker Review + Final Review Notes+ Wiley TB. From what I hear if you use both Becker + Wiley TB, you should have all your basis covered. Becker and Wiley both have some unique questions that you can practice on. You should definitely get both if you can.

REG: 86 8/3/13
BEC: 85 8/31/13
FAR: 87 10/27/13
AUD: 90 11/30/13

[JY]

@CPAExamTrekker

Thanks! I graduated 3 years ago and have been working in both industry and public accounting. I started studying in June using Becker Review + Final Review Notes+ Wiley TB. From what I hear if you use both Becker + Wiley TB, you should have all your basis covered. Becker and Wiley both have some unique questions that you can practice on. You should definitely get both if you can.

REG: 86 8/3/13
BEC: 85 8/31/13
FAR: 87 10/27/13
AUD: 90 11/30/13

[Fil-Am]

@JY-Thank you. I am going to purchase the Ninja 10-point combo which includes the Ninja Notes/FC/Audio/Blitz and WTB). I have Wiley CPA Exam Review book for FAR. I have not made up my mind yet for a full review course. I have less than 2 weeks to decide as I will begin studying in Oct 12th.

I am working full-time, have a family and a 5-year old son. On top of these, I have been out of school for 8 years.

I do believe I can do this. I just need to find and get the right TOOLS. Again, thank you.

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]

@JY-Thank you. I am going to purchase the Ninja 10-point combo which includes the Ninja Notes/FC/Audio/Blitz and WTB). I have Wiley CPA Exam Review book for FAR. I have not made up my mind yet for a full review course. I have less than 2 weeks to decide as I will begin studying in Oct 12th.

I am working full-time, have a family and a 5-year old son. On top of these, I have been out of school for 8 years.

I do believe I can do this. I just need to find and get the right TOOLS. Again, thank you.

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!

[Author]

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