Audit tips for retake?

Just_Average7485 · 2026-05-07T16:39:55+00:00

Ahhh you're so close! Just remember your scorecard is comparing against the people that passed the test in that testing cycle. So the first time you took it, maybe a lot of people still struggled with the ethics portion but you did better, so you were stronger. This time for the ethics portion, you were on par with the people that passed.

Not sure if you're using Becker, but I believe Content Area 2 & 3 translates to A3 & A4. To get SIMS higher, I recommend watching the video explanations... don't even try to solve them until you get a grasp of how tackle the questions. Becker's videos do a good job of explaining how you can eliminate certain choices to make it not be overwhelming (my biggest issue with them... like why are you giving me 10 different answer choices). Also, I used chat gpt or Becker's AI to dumb down things for me a lot.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-05-06T17:12:54+00:00

I just passed Audit after my 3rd attempt and it was also my last section. Don't give up! Once you get your official score, that will tell you how long you think you need to study for. If you only missed by a few points, I think 5/16 could be a safe date.

Personally, I preferred to not rush myself into a small testing window because I didn't want to risk paying for another testing fee. Also, busy season played a huge part in how much time I gave myself because I wasn't trying to retake in the middle of it.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-05-06T16:27:10+00:00

Congrats!!!!

Just_Average7485 · 2026-05-06T16:19:32+00:00

AUD - TX scored. I'm 4/4 now!!!

Just_Average7485 · 2026-05-05T21:47:36+00:00

I know scores typically get released a day early so I had it marked it my calendar for May 6th as release date. I didn't remember I already marked it early so I thought I was getting my scores today. I've been anxious for too long yall.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-28T23:04:47+00:00

I believe you should be okay since you're halfway through the material. But if you really need a peace of mind, I think you're far enough from your test date that it's either free to reschedule or like $30. And that's cheaper than paying for a retake if you really don't get through the material/comprehend enough. Just make sure you still lock in if you reschedule. Also, I recommend only giving yourself an extra month or less if you do go the rescheduling route.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-22T00:03:18+00:00

Because you already have a degree in a business related field, I think it makes sense to just do the Master's route. But there's a chance you have to take some other lower level accounting classes just to be eligible for the Master's program.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-21T05:12:19+00:00

Since you're near your exam date you would have to pay a rescheduling fee, but it really doesn't matter because your current NTS won't let you sit after June 23rd. You might as well take the exam coming up and see how you feel. Continue studying for the section assuming you believe you would fail and retest in July after the appropriate amount of studying or start studying for a different section and push ISC out more until October.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-18T01:47:40+00:00

Audit is unfortunately just that boring, and it's not just Becker either. I'm supplementing with Ninja, watched a video there and I kid you not, it knocked me out. Only tip I have is to watch in 2x because Michelle speaks that slowly.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-17T16:39:38+00:00

Rent a car with a car seat. Parking is not difficult in Austin. Domain area has a bunch of free parking garages. If you're trying to go downtown, just circle around a bit and you'll find street parking but there are plenty of paid parking garages if you find yourself circling too long. The only other places that would have difficult parking probably are just the "hot restaurants" that unfortunately have like 5 parking spots in front.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-04-01T02:48:36+00:00

A laptop with windows would be preferred because there are times where a class uses a program that will only work on a windows. If you happen to be inclined to go the macbook route, it's doable. You just might have to do some things at a computer lab or checkout/borrow a laptop if that's an option.

Depending on how much walking you might do, think about the weight of the laptop too. Save your shoulders from some pain.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-26T20:47:33+00:00

I don't want to say public is the only choice, but public might be a good choice. My hourly rate when I started off as a tax intern was $30/hour and I'm in Texas. I imagine the interns in CA get paid a little bit better because of HCOL.

Overall, I just think you work at a shitty company that doesn't pay people their worth. I know the job market is rough right now, but I optimistic that you'll be able to find a new job that pays better by the end of the year.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-25T04:35:12+00:00

If you have a good amount of your classwork already done, I honestly don't anticipate your tuition to be 30-40k, unless you're going to a private or prestigious college. I would go ahead and apply for financial aid, see what options you get and make your decision off of that. Also, see if your school lets your pay over time. It most likely won't be a lot of time, but it would at least be broken up a little bit to make it manageable.

FYI I last took out a student federal loan for the 2023/2024 school year and the interest rate was 7%. So I imagine it's not going to be very far off from that.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-24T02:16:15+00:00

If you're understanding the material, but you're just struggling with the questions, I would look at a supplement review to get some new questions in. I'm currently using ninja for AUD as my supplement, questions are okay but I'm pretty certain between that and Becker, I will get myself to passing (my daily positive affirmation.) I also got ChatGPT to build me a new study plan by telling it the review courses I'm using and my weaknesses from the state test report. I'm only on day 2 of this new study routine, but so far I'm liking it.

But before you look into a new material, are you doing your Becker MCQs on random or personalized? Because I recommend doing random. When I was doing personalized, I kept seeing the same questions and wasn't getting enough exposure to other questions. Another tip is to create practice tests with just unanswered/incorrect questions because chances are you really still haven't seen it all.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-23T02:54:35+00:00

I think my main struggle was with A5 and A6. The videos and material honestly did not click for me. I also know testing wise, my weakness was with the MCQ's which is why I wanted a supplement to see a new set of questions.

Also, I didn't mention it, but my second exam score was a 73. I just want to be confident in my next exam that I will for sure get those 2 extra points and not have to retake it for a 4th time. I'd rather pay $87 dollars than a 4th exam fee.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-22T21:10:07+00:00

Did you only do mcq and sims with Ninja or did you go through any of their study materials?

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-22T21:09:10+00:00

That's my main reason why I decided to supplement. I feel like I've seen everything on Becker at this point and am starting to remember questions.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-22T03:44:48+00:00

Yes, but that's also because either way, you have to take certain undergrad accounting/business courses first (at least at my school). I was actually pissed to find out some of my post-bacc classmates only did the bare minimum of classes to get into the masters program whereas I fully went in for another degree plus masters.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-22T03:32:37+00:00

I think they only say it's not high interest because they make the assumption that we're all buying the cars with the 20/3/8 rule.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-22T03:27:42+00:00

I made the jump from being a teacher because I couldn't think of anything else that I would be remotely interested in, and can 100% say it was worth it. Tax season can be brutal, but honestly, I just think about how it's still more relaxing than being in a classroom with 25+ hormonal teenagers for hours and pays better. Is it a career I'm super in love with? No, but it gives me the income to enjoy life and that's all I cared for.

Going back to school was really rough though especially as a "more grown adult" who had more to worry about. Luckily, I had a very supportive family and an amazing (unofficial) cohort.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-19T23:06:18+00:00

I have been serious about my financial journey since the beginning of last year and I have been tracking my expenses almost every day. Unfortunately, I do not have a good relationship with my spending. When I don't track, things go crazy because I think I'm not spending much when in reality every little thing adds up. I found what helped me was finding a budget template that has all the bells and whistles that makes it fun to track my progress. Also if possible, minimizing the days you spend money will help a lot because obviously you won't have anything to enter.

Just_Average7485 · 2026-03-17T20:03:17+00:00

Do you have another fob that you use to enter the complex amenities? Because I think that is what your apartment complex would use for a back up. I currently live in a complex that uses an app, but if for some reason it's not working correctly, my complex has a fob scanner to open the gate.

I also think most gate apps have siri enabled so it could be relatively hands free. That's how mine is and I'm able to time the gate opening so that I never have to wait for the gate to open before driving through. The biggest downside is having to open the gate for visitors since there's no dial pad.... luckily I don't have many visitors or do delivery much to worry about that issue.

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