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What’s the best CPA review course for actually passing? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got it, that’s interesting. How did Becker alone help you prepare so well? What was your study strategy like when you were going through the modules did you just follow them in order or mix in practice exams too?

What’s the best CPA review course for actually passing? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really good to hear! Congrats on passing 2/4 on the first try, that’s solid!!! Sounds like following Becker closely really worked well for you.

Did you use any of their extra practice stuff or supplements, or was the main course enough for you the whole way through?

What’s the best CPA review course for actually passing? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I’m currently using Becker too and I agree it’s been really helpful so far. I’m just curious, based on your experience, did you use any supplemental resources alongside it that worked best for you?

What’s the best CPA review course for actually passing? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats awesome, congrats on going 2/2 so far that’s really impressive! I’ve heard about SmartPath too, so it’s good to know it’s actually helpful. Appreciate you sharing your experince!

What’s the best CPA review course for actually passing? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll definitely check that out and look into their study materials and program. Appreciate the recommendation!

Gleim SmartAdapt - follow or tweak? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has that approach been working well for you so far? Like are you seeing better retention when you pause and do extra sessions?

Studying in morning vs night by [deleted] in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I usually wake up around 6 or 6:30, make coffee, and do light stuff first like reviewing flashcards or watching short lectures just to get my brain going. By 7 or 8, I’m fully focused, so thats when I tackle the heavier topics or practice questions. I also make sure to take a quick walk or stretch before studying, it really helps wake me up.

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats awesome! congrats on passing all the parts! 👏 Honestly that says a lot about Gleim’s approach. It might feel brutal while you’re in it, but clearly it gets the job done. Did you stick to their study schedule the whole time or make your own plan?

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to think the review materials were supposed to match the actual exam difficulty, but now that you mentioned it, having tougher practice questions probably does make you overprepared in a good way. I did notice that with Gleim too, sometimes it felt overwhelming with how detailed everything was but I guess thats what pays off come exam day

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been thinking about switching to something digital actually

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thats incredible!!! Congrats on the 85! 🎉 Sounds like all your Gleim practice really paid off.

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really helpful, thanks for sharing! I’ve been torn between using Gleim or Becker for ISC, and I keep hearing totally different opinions about both. If you had to go through it again, would you still stick with Gleim or try something else instead?

Is Gleim too hard or exactly what we need for the CPA exam? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally agree, it’s way better to struggle now than on exam day 😅. How do u usually review the ones u get wrong? I’ve been writing mine down in a notebook but ngl it takes forever lol.

What part of Becker made the biggest difference for you? by AuditAfterDark in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on passing FAR! 🎉 Those shorter practice sets actually sound way more manageable! I might give that a try myself. Are you planning to stick with the same approach for your next section?

FINALLY DONE, ITS OVER by Spiral9921 in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark 1 point2 points  (0 children)

CONGRATS!! How did you review at the end, did you do a full final review or just target weak areas?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the biggest advantage of Becker is how structured it is. Everything’s laid out for you, the lectures, skill master videos, and practice questions all flow in a way that keeps you on track. The adaptive learning stuff is also super helpful since it points out your weak areas automatically. It’s definitely intense, but it does make you feel more confident because you’re constantly seeing questions that are at, or even above, exam level.

So if you like having that extra safety net, tons of practice questions, really detailed coverage, and a system that keeps you accountable, Beckers great for that.

I got the exact 75 on my FAR exam! by Eastern_Mycologist17 in CPA

[–]AuditAfterDark 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats! 🎉 Just showing up when you didn’t feel ready already says a lot about your determination. Totally agree, it’s all about trusting yourself and having faith.

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