do you just note down in the textbook and review from the textbook instead of making your own note? It feels like forever to go through even 1 module due to all the note-taking I have to make.
@@davidngai4869 I will advice you to reach out to Mr James for a help he will give you the exact questions and answers which will be ask on your test day i got all passed with his help so let me know if you need his info
Obviously CPA exam has been a pain in my ass, but that won't bother me any longer I have gotten my license already thanks to you Mr Dylan God bless you more cuz you made it possible for me
Passing the CPA exams is when you study hard, if you can't study or you don't have time for your studies I'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Willard.
I took FAR on sept 2020 and I went through your video for FAR which was really helpful and gave me confidence, and I passed with an 86. Now on to Audit :) Thank you !
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life. What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
@@quarantinekitchen6909 It's the learning. Even though sometimes it's great to learn, it's also tough, if you are stuck, try changing your field. Other things you love to do other than work helps you to relax and move forward like I play music. I usually focus more on practice and learning. Life is not only about work and promotion. You have a beautiful life to live. work to live and not live to work :)
It’s not about watching videos here on RUclips and wasting your time on materials and reviews that won’t help, I was ignorant doing so till I got recommended to Mrs Brenda Wow mrs Brenda has really made name for herself.
Great video Sean really helpful. I am still struggling with chapter 1 for more than a week now cause i'm a type of guy who pays so much attention to minor details so that i can nail any MCQ while practicing. I did that with FAR and it worked so well, but i think doing the same with AUD will waste a lot of time as its much more theoretical.
Thanks for the video! Very helpful, informative, and encouraging. I’m preparing for audit now. I did want to know what type of break from studying did you take between each exam or did you dive right back in after taking each one?
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life. What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
Hi Sean. Great video. I'm planning on retaking my cpa exams again, after a 10 year break. I always ended up getting really close to passing, got 74 few times. In terms of material, I have 2 options- Becker and Miles CPA Review program. I know you've used Becker, but do you think Miles is good one? The format is like Roger cpa, white board. The guy teaches you. My experience with Becker is that they go over things at a very high level. They assume that we know that material beforehand. Your thoughts? Thanks
Hello i will advice you to contact Mr James for a help he will help you pass your CPA exams he will also give you some question and answers which you will have to study and it will be the same thing you will see on your exam day
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life. What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
@@SeanTodd I am interested in trying this Exam, but since the enrollment rules for education requirement changed a lot, I may not be eligible to take the Exam. My education background: 3-year bachelor degree in Accounting (around 100 credits) + Msc in Information Systems (30 credits)
@@ellene.8558 I’m not too sure what the requirements are now, but I know you can find the breakdown on your state board of accountancy website and see exactly what credits count
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life. What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
Just found out I failed my third take of AUD… the video lectures are definitely a huge waste of time by the looks of it. I have been passing the sim exams with high scores but I always fail idek what to do anymore. So annoyed, I got a 73 last time and this time a 71… I actually felt so confident this time this is so discouraging
Great work and thanks for your insights. Did you purchase and use Becker’s supplemental questions as an addon? I see it is an additional charge if I only need one section, which is the case for me. Thanks again.
Hi Sean , I liked your this video also. I wanted to know that which subject did you find hardest amongst all. By which subject we can start off. I am working professional so I can study only on weekends the most as compare to week days .Thanks
Hi I gave audit in Jan 2020 I got my score few days back 72..I was disappointed on my score as I really thought that I would for sure pass with good score as I performed well in my Becker mock exam 74 70 and then 78..I don’t know how the review of my score has happened..can you share your view..also this was my fourth attempt so I lost the credit for BEC and FAR I still have my REG credit saved which will expire in OCT 2020..what would you suggest how should I move forward...I also work full time
I take thorough notes on items I have never seen before or feel that I need notes on but do not write notes on basic concepts I will remember. I feel that it is helpful come review time to be able to search for items in your notes as well
thanks for the video, just failed audit and i need different a different study plan. sucks i just started working and i don't have the same time i used to have. any tips for workers?? :)
How well did you do in college? Feel like its a big factor since its used on how well you retained the information and studying for the CPA is building upon that
I had a 4.0 in college, I busted my ass. I would say I was familiar with 60% of the material going into this, but I wasn't an expert by any means and had forgotten the details about a lot of it
@@SeanTodd Interesting, How would a person do on the exam if they know the material but didn't;t quite understand it in college. And what was your studying routine?
Nice information thanks, I have question regarding Becker. Can I purchase just practice test and MCQ bank only, I mean I am using different review package.
Since you have gone through this and passed, do you think it is necessary to go through everything Becker offers lectures, skills practices, MCQs, simulations, mock exams?
@@SeanTodd Thanks..u cleared AuD + FAR both while working? How did you do the time management? Also did you feel Becker content+ practice questions are sufficient enough to pass?
@@darknightrider It is definitely common, you'll feel like you're wasting your time but the MC make up a majority of the test anyways so definitely not a waste of time!
@@SeanTodd thanks for the assurance! I still have about 6 weeks until I hear back from CA regarding my application. Good time to review. Congrats on finishing btw!
Do you think this is doable if I have no audit work experience and no prior audit education experience? TBH by the time I got to audit in college I was super burnt out and already had my job offer lined up so I straight up didn’t learn a damn thing in the class and got a 70 flat. I fear Audit is the section I’m going to struggle most with. I’ve skated by REG and FAR from college education and 3 years experience in public
theNaa yes it’s entirely possible, I hardly paid attention to Audit in college as well and did fine! It was so boring to me and an 8am class so I never gave my full attention
Hi Sean, do you believe it's possible to take AUD before FAR and pass? I got BEC (my first exam) at the end of the month and want to take another exam by the end of this year.
@@positive_vibes_2427 I'm very sorry to hear that! Gives you a moment to reflect though, glad to see you're making good use of not the best situation! My suggestion is to go for REG first, then do AUD. Get the hard one out of the way first and reward yourself with an easier one once you pass
@@SeanTodd Thanks for the encouragement. Another reason to choose REG is because I feel I should take AUD after FAR. Thing is, AUD has less material. Could I get through REG in a month.....maybe if I study everyday for most of the day
On average, how many MCQs and Sims would you put in each practice exam when you would review after a mock exam? For example, during FAR I did my practice tests in intervals of 33 MCQ and 2-3 sims
do you just note down in the textbook and review from the textbook instead of making your own note? It feels like forever to go through even 1 module due to all the note-taking I have to make.
I'll follow your method since I need a rush for job hunting purposes. If I can make it then I'll buy an item from each of your categories on the website. :D
I've applied for Audit Exam 3 times, unfortunately I did not pass, now I'm planning to apply for the 4th time. currently I'm using Becker, any advises or tips to pass this beast exam! I've noticed that I face difficulty in Simulation , specially the research questions. during my practice on Becker, I can easily find the correct answer, but not on the exam day " I can't minimize the result of research questions on the exam". also the audit assertions
Hi, thanks for sharing, so did you correct those MCQ you did wrong or just keep going? I think if you correct them, you can't keep the correct rate data?
Great job! Couple of questions: you said you were studying full time - do you have work experience in the field of auditing? Also, are you finished with your bachelor’s degree in accounting, and if so, how long have you been out of school? I’m just finishing up my accounting degree now and studying for AUD to take in a couple of weeks, but wasn’t sure how much of a disadvantage not yet having work experience might be.
I had zero work experience prior to taking any of my exams aside from an audit internship, which wasn't exactly work experience since I had zero clue what I was doing. I had a bachelors in accounting and a bachelors in business admin upon graduation, before studying for the exam
Thank you for sharing. You really boosted my confidence. I am an Asian, so I got this weird pressure that everyone just assume I will be fine for the CPA exam, but deep in side. I know I am not fine. Somehow, you made this exam not as scary any more, which makes me think, okay, maybe I could be fine. Thank you again, and please wait for my good news.
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life. What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
I'm following a similar study pattern but spending more time as I'm working full time. Good point on the score matter; a 75 is the same as a 99! Relaxes the nerves. Giving AUD about a month and a half from month. Wish me luck!
What questions do you have after watching this video? Drop them below and I'll answer as best as I can!
do you just note down in the textbook and review from the textbook instead of making your own note? It feels like forever to go through even 1 module due to all the note-taking I have to make.
Any tips on how to restudy for retake . I failed my first try on audit …
@@davidngai4869 I will advice you to reach out to Mr James for a help he will give you the exact questions and answers which will be ask on your test day i got all passed with his help so let me know if you need his info
Please. Thanks
@@davidngai4869 i have his information let me know if you need it
Obviously CPA exam has been a pain in my ass, but that won't bother me any longer I have gotten my license already thanks to you Mr Dylan God bless you more cuz you made it possible for me
People keep talking about Dylan all over
RUclips,he must be a very awesome help
Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help
I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing
CPA exam might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital skill to win trust me.
Everyone has their own way, Dylan worked for me and studying didn't .
Passing the CPA exams is when you study hard, if you can't study or you don't have time for your studies I'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Willard.
People keep talking about Willard all over
RUclips, he must be a very awesome help.
Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help
I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing
CPA exam might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital sc. kill to win trust me.
Everyone has their own way, Willard worked for me and studying didn't .
I find it hard to grasp that much information in such a short period of time. Outstanding
It's definitely not easy, but if you learn to only pick out the main topics, it makes things much easier!
I took FAR on sept 2020 and I went through your video for FAR which was really helpful and gave me confidence, and I passed with an 86. Now on to Audit :) Thank you !
Congratulations! I'm stoked for you, that is a great score! Keep it going!
@@SeanTodd Thanks :)
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life.
What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
@@quarantinekitchen6909 It's the learning. Even though sometimes it's great to learn, it's also tough, if you are stuck, try changing your field. Other things you love to do other than work helps you to relax and move forward like I play music. I usually focus more on practice and learning. Life is not only about work and promotion. You have a beautiful life to live. work to live and not live to work :)
Omg. You are so smart. I struggled with AUD so badly. 😭
CPA exam is really difficult and frustrating, I can’t believe I failed again after studying so hard 🥺.
It’s not about watching videos here on RUclips and wasting your time on materials and reviews that won’t help, I was ignorant doing so till I got recommended to Mrs Brenda
Wow mrs Brenda has really made name for herself.
Please does anyone know how I can reach to Mrs Brenda?
1 408 3173629
Her availability is sure and faster on whats@pp.
This is really informative and inspiring. Definitely checking out more from this channel.
Keep it up!
I feel like you're super smart, would take me twice as much effort to pass on the first try
I'd say it was more of my work ethic than my intelligence that helped me pass on the first try
Wow! Congrats!
Great video Sean really helpful. I am still struggling with chapter 1 for more than a week now cause i'm a type of guy who pays so much attention to minor details so that i can nail any MCQ while practicing. I did that with FAR and it worked so well, but i think doing the same with AUD will waste a lot of time as its much more theoretical.
the chapters build on each other, so you are definitely wasting your time.
This made me feel a lot better, thank you
Ia'm glad it helped you out! Good luck!
Wow.Congrats!
Very impressive!
Thanks for the video! Very helpful, informative, and encouraging. I’m preparing for audit now. I did want to know what type of break from studying did you take between each exam or did you dive right back in after taking each one?
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life.
What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
Hi Sean. Great video. I'm planning on retaking my cpa exams again, after a 10 year break. I always ended up getting really close to passing, got 74 few times. In terms of material, I have 2 options- Becker and Miles CPA Review program. I know you've used Becker, but do you think Miles is good one? The format is like Roger cpa, white board. The guy teaches you. My experience with Becker is that they go over things at a very high level. They assume that we know that material beforehand.
Your thoughts? Thanks
Hello i will advice you to contact Mr James for a help he will help you pass your CPA exams he will also give you some question and answers which you will have to study and it will be the same thing you will see on your exam day
write him on WhatsApp if you really
19168840584
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life.
What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
How do you remember materials from undergrad classes?
Hojun Lee just good memory + good professors who made us truly learn and not just memorize!
@@SeanTodd
Understand the logic behind, that's more important, right?
@@ellene.8558 Yes, always much more important to understand than it is to memorize
@@SeanTodd
I am interested in trying this Exam, but since the enrollment rules for education requirement changed a lot, I may not be eligible to take the Exam.
My education background: 3-year bachelor degree in Accounting (around 100 credits) + Msc in Information Systems (30 credits)
@@ellene.8558 I’m not too sure what the requirements are now, but I know you can find the breakdown on your state board of accountancy website and see exactly what credits count
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life.
What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
Just found out I failed my third take of AUD… the video lectures are definitely a huge waste of time by the looks of it. I have been passing the sim exams with high scores but I always fail idek what to do anymore. So annoyed, I got a 73 last time and this time a 71… I actually felt so confident this time this is so discouraging
Have uoi tried supplementing with Farhat or Ninja?
Congrats 🍾🎉🎊🎈 what state are you taking them in?
Jay Nujabes thanks! California for all of them
Great work and thanks for your insights. Did you purchase and use Becker’s supplemental questions as an addon? I see it is an additional charge if I only need one section, which is the case for me. Thanks again.
I'm not sure which supplemental questions you are referring to but I don't believe I have them!
At first you said that you didn't watch the videos. Then later, you said did you did watch the videos. A bit confusing, which one was it?
How did you do so well on those simulations? How did you study for them? I’m having a hard time on them.
Yea same question
Mee tooo. is there any tips for sims?
Which Beker package you would recommend to buy that is helpful and more efficient to use? Thank you
Can I do cpa from India? I'm from India
Hi Todd, Were you working when studying for CPA exam?
How is your new job doing? Do you like it so far? Are you in Audit?
I'll make a video on it soon, it's not bad but it is public accounting so hard to get excited about it
Hi Sean , I liked your this video also.
I wanted to know that which subject did you find hardest amongst all. By which subject we can start off. I am working professional so I can study only on weekends the most as compare to week days .Thanks
I found REG the hardest since it bored me the most. I would start with either FAR or REG and get them out of the way!
Hi I gave audit in Jan 2020 I got my score few days back 72..I was disappointed on my score as I really thought that I would for sure pass with good score as I performed well in my Becker mock exam 74 70 and then 78..I don’t know how the review of my score has happened..can you share your view..also this was my fourth attempt so I lost the credit for BEC and FAR I still have my REG credit saved which will expire in OCT 2020..what would you suggest how should I move forward...I also work full time
Sean, do you take intense notes while reading through each module? If so, do you believe taking intense notes help? Also, do you read your notes....
I take thorough notes on items I have never seen before or feel that I need notes on but do not write notes on basic concepts I will remember. I feel that it is helpful come review time to be able to search for items in your notes as well
@@SeanTodd Thanks a lot Sean.
thanks for the video, just failed audit and i need different a different study plan. sucks i just started working and i don't have the same time i used to have. any tips for workers?? :)
Making a video today that will address it!
Hi..I am from India and is pursuing CPA..can you please give an idea as to how many hours did you study everyday for that 15 days?
About 8 hours per day, sometimes 10
What score did you aim for in the MCQs?
How well did you do in college? Feel like its a big factor since its used on how well you retained the information and studying for the CPA is building upon that
I had a 4.0 in college, I busted my ass. I would say I was familiar with 60% of the material going into this, but I wasn't an expert by any means and had forgotten the details about a lot of it
@@SeanTodd Interesting, How would a person do on the exam if they know the material but didn't;t quite understand it in college. And what was your studying routine?
I agree with you, Jay!
During your review , you did not re-read the Becker book ? You just did the mcq’s during review period ?
Correct, I didn't re-read the book, just reviewed my notes and did MCQ's
So then it actually took you 22 days, not 15.
Review is typically 25-40% of your preparation. Not including it in your title is misleading.
Nice information thanks, I have question regarding Becker. Can I purchase just practice test and MCQ bank only, I mean I am using different review package.
I'm not sure, you'd have to check on the website
Since you have gone through this and passed, do you think it is necessary to go through everything Becker offers lectures, skills practices, MCQs, simulations, mock exams?
Yes, I did everything becker had to offer other than the final review books and flashcards that they offer
Jason Lopera I used my firms direct bill program to purchase it, so don’t have a link unfortunately
Should we take FAR exams before Audit ?
I always chose to go Hard, Easy, Hard, Easy in terms of the exams to avoid burnout. I would suggest the following order: FAR>AUD>REG>BEC
do you have becker material with you ?
How much time you spend each day ???
4 focused hours a day
When are you planning to write BEC?
About a month and half from now, I will be working full time at that point, currently studying for REG
@@SeanTodd Thanks..u cleared AuD + FAR both while working? How did you do the time management? Also did you feel Becker content+ practice questions are sufficient enough to pass?
Did you end up completing every single multiple-choice question offered by Becker or did you only complete a portion per section?
I completed every single one offered
@@SeanTodd I'm trying that now with another program. I hope it's common to feel you're spending more time on multiple choice then on studying haha
@@darknightrider It is definitely common, you'll feel like you're wasting your time but the MC make up a majority of the test anyways so definitely not a waste of time!
@@SeanTodd thanks for the assurance! I still have about 6 weeks until I hear back from CA regarding my application. Good time to review. Congrats on finishing btw!
Did you repeat the model more than one time same day ?
Repeat as many times as needed for you to get the info
How many hours a day did you study (on average)?
6-8 hours per day 5 days a week
While studying maduels did you go back to the previous one to refreash?
I would go back to previous modules if I needed to brush up on something that I completely forgot but didn't go back normally
Do you think this is doable if I have no audit work experience and no prior audit education experience? TBH by the time I got to audit in college I was super burnt out and already had my job offer lined up so I straight up didn’t learn a damn thing in the class and got a 70 flat.
I fear Audit is the section I’m going to struggle most with. I’ve skated by REG and FAR from college education and 3 years experience in public
theNaa yes it’s entirely possible, I hardly paid attention to Audit in college as well and did fine! It was so boring to me and an 8am class so I never gave my full attention
Sean Todd but Sean. You much more smarta, wisa, and farrrrrr stronger than Na.
@@namillion1120 nah man you got it, just get started!
Sean Todd you are my dragon ball z anime spirit animal and I will fight valiantly for this license on your behalf
Did you feel like you will pass whenever you left the testing building? A lot of people think they failed only to find out they pass
I felt I did well enough to pass
Hi Sean, do you believe it's possible to take AUD before FAR and pass? I got BEC (my first exam) at the end of the month and want to take another exam by the end of this year.
It's definitely possible, you can pass any exam in any order as long as you study well!
@@SeanTodd thanks! I’m currently deciding between this or REG. Was laid off today, which gives me more availability to study
@@positive_vibes_2427 I'm very sorry to hear that! Gives you a moment to reflect though, glad to see you're making good use of not the best situation! My suggestion is to go for REG first, then do AUD. Get the hard one out of the way first and reward yourself with an easier one once you pass
@@SeanTodd Thanks for the encouragement. Another reason to choose REG is because I feel I should take AUD after FAR. Thing is, AUD has less material. Could I get through REG in a month.....maybe if I study everyday for most of the day
@@SeanTodd actually, what I can do is move BEC closer to me; this way, I’ll have more time for REG. I’ll probably only need 2 weeks for BEC
Boss
Appreciate it brother!
On average, how many MCQs and Sims would you put in each practice exam when you would review after a mock exam? For example, during FAR I did my practice tests in intervals of 33 MCQ and 2-3 sims
your room when you did the video for FAR and the Audit is the same and the details were troubling, I don't belive you passed AUD in 15 days man sorry
You don't need to believe me, I passed all 4 already. Not doing these videos to show off, simply to help everyone else out!
do you just note down in the textbook and review from the textbook instead of making your own note? It feels like forever to go through even 1 module due to all the note-taking I have to make.
I'll follow your method since I need a rush for job hunting purposes. If I can make it then I'll buy an item from each of your categories on the website. :D
I just typed out all of my notes in a word document, it made it much faster than hand writing everything and still offered the same retention tools!
Thankyou bro for the motivation and hope that it's doable 💪😊
I've applied for Audit Exam 3 times, unfortunately I did not pass, now I'm planning to apply for the 4th time. currently I'm using Becker, any advises or tips to pass this beast exam!
I've noticed that I face difficulty in Simulation , specially the research questions. during my practice on Becker, I can easily find the correct answer, but not on the exam day " I can't minimize the result of research questions on the exam". also the audit assertions
did you pass the 4th time?
Hi, thanks for sharing, so did you correct those MCQ you did wrong or just keep going? I think if you correct them, you can't keep the correct rate data?
Should I make notes from Becker’s modules for audit
Tell the truth.
Great job! Couple of questions: you said you were studying full time - do you have work experience in the field of auditing? Also, are you finished with your bachelor’s degree in accounting, and if so, how long have you been out of school? I’m just finishing up my accounting degree now and studying for AUD to take in a couple of weeks, but wasn’t sure how much of a disadvantage not yet having work experience might be.
I had zero work experience prior to taking any of my exams aside from an audit internship, which wasn't exactly work experience since I had zero clue what I was doing. I had a bachelors in accounting and a bachelors in business admin upon graduation, before studying for the exam
Did you read the whole book? And afterwards, you listened to the lectures or did you use the lectures as the book?
Never listened to the lectures, but I did read through them on my own and take notes as I went
@@SeanTodd how much time do you recommend reading, taking notes and studying for one chapter? thank you
@@tigerlils3910 as long as it takes for you to get it
Thank you. And congrats
Thank you for sharing. You really boosted my confidence. I am an Asian, so I got this weird pressure that everyone just assume I will be fine for the CPA exam, but deep in side. I know I am not fine. Somehow, you made this exam not as scary any more, which makes me think, okay, maybe I could be fine. Thank you again, and please wait for my good news.
You can 100% do it! As long as you put the study hours in, you will do well🙂
What do you like about accounting - ? I been staff 6 years never promoted and now questioning my life.
What do you like about accounting or what keeps you in the field
"two weeks of studying and one week of review"
How does this equal 15 days?
Darrius Shaw 5 days in a week, didn’t do anything on weekends. 5 days x 3 weeks = 15 days
Just congratulate the man!
duh
I had the same question when he said that lol
I'm following a similar study pattern but spending more time as I'm working full time. Good point on the score matter; a 75 is the same as a 99! Relaxes the nerves.
Giving AUD about a month and a half from month. Wish me luck!
Mohammed Shamji good luck!!!