CPA Reviewed #57: CPA Exam Study Advice – 9/23/2014




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Summary: Like the Podcast? Please Subscribe and Review!<br> [Listen on iTunes]<br> [Listen on Stitcher]<br> [Listen on Tunein]<br> <br> Want to be on the Podcast? <br> Ask Jeff<br> Facebook Live<br> <br> <br> <br> Podcast Giveaway: Ten Point Combo - Winner announced during the show.<br> "Ask Jeff" Questions (another71.com/ask-jeff):<br> Tom - I am 27 and have no real-life accounting experience and have been working as a temp at firm for about a year in a position that doesn’t deal with accounting and very little finance. I want to get my CPA but my accounting knowledge is very low at this point. What do you suggest I do at this point? Do I need to do something to get a base accounting foundation?<br> <br> Link to Video (3:12)<br> <br> Tony - I failed FAR with a 68, and I am starting to study again for the exam. Should I re-watch the lecture videos or just reread the book, rewrite notes, and practice test questions in the test bank?<br> <br> Link to Video (2:14)<br> <br> Amber - I am overwhelmed by all of the review courses out on the market to pass the CPA exam. I'm going to get the Ten Point Combo and it seems to come with a plethora of information. Is that all I need to study for the four sections or do I need to get another review above and beyond?<br> <br> Link to Video (3:30)<br> <br> Roman - I’m 10 days away from my first exam -- Audit. How should I study during these final days? I have the Wiley book and test bank, NINJA Flashcards and NINJA Blitz.<br> <br> Link to Video (1:45)<br> <br> Patrick - I am struggling with FAR, especially journal entries. Do you think your Ten Point Combo will help me prepare?<br> <br> Link to Video (1:20)<br> <br> Mohamad - I am struggling with the CPA Exam. Should I try to get my CIA instead since it is easier and then go for my CPA later?<br> <br> Link to Video (1:59)<br> <br> Pam - I get very bored during lecture videos and find it hard to retain the information as I just listen to these guys talk for hours. Do you think supplementing my lectures with the NINJA Notes might be a good strategy? I’m wondering if this is a common way to study and if you know if it has worked for others.<br> <br> Link to Video (2:15)<br> <br> Mike - There are no homework questions with my review course, only multiple choice questions. With the NINJA method, do I just ignore the MCQs for now and keep taking notes and watching videos? I feel like I learn more from the lesson when I work the multiple choice after the lecture and reading the material.<br> <br> Link to Video (1:41)<br> <br> Yi - I passed REG in 2012, but now I need to pass it again. Is my review material from 2012 still relevant? Can I use an updated supplement instead of purchasing all new materials?<br> <br> Link to Video (1:35)<br> Facebook Questions (facebook.com/another71):<br> Xubair - Is it possible to complete REG in two weeks, studying full time?<br> <br> Link to Video (2:17)<br> <br> Audrey - What are some tips on how much and what you should study the last two weeks before a test?<br> <br> Link to Video (2:39)<br> <br> Justin - I'm studying for BEC using the wiley book and online test bank and your audio and ninja notes. What is the best strategy/time allocation for reading and doing MCQ's?<br> <br> Link to Video (1:48)<br> <br> Justin D - Jeff, I've tried studying with another course (one that starts with a B) and I've had terrible results Gotta be honest, I'm feeling a bit down and defeated. It's my lifelong dream of becoming a CPA. Can you help? Thanks<br> <br> Link to Video (2:54)<br> <br> Gary - What is the true nature of a 1031 like-kind exchange?<br> <br> Link to Video (2:14)<br> Forum Questions (another71.com/cpa-exam-forum):<br> AScott89 - Do you think it's possible to study for an AUD retake in eight weeks or less?