According to the IRS, there are over 65,000 enrolled agents in America as of 2025. If your mission is to join them, you'll have to earn a passing score on three of the toughest exams out there. One prep course that promises to help you pass? Becker EA Review. But how true is that claim, [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5Ylc3i0W0c There's something most CPA candidates don’t realize: Less than 60% of people pass any given section of the CPA exam, according to the AICPA. That stat became more real as I worked through these courses myself. Some felt intuitive and focused. Others? Clunky or overwhelming. What stood out wasn’t just the content—it was how [...]
The CIA exam can be intimidating, but there are over 200,000 people across the globe who've taken on the challenge and succeeded—and with the right CIA prep course, you can join them. But is Becker's new course, Becker—The IIA CIA® Exam Review, the best fit for you? I was lucky enough to work through the [...]
Becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can be a smart investment. Dr. Gary Brooks, an adjunct business instructor at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), noted there are many benefits to getting a CPA license. Brooks is a CPA as well as a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) and Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP). As an [...]
Obtaining a CPA license can give your career a boost; In fact, there are a number of benefits to becoming a CPA. Learn about the three main requirements to fulfill in order to become a CPA.
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There are many different learning styles, but students typically fall into one of three categories. It’s very important to know what learning style works best for you, especially when looking into what CPA test prep course to take. Studies have shown that students get higher test scores when they match their test prep course to [...]
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In case you aren’t already familiar with the four different sections of the CPA exam, take a look at my post on CPA Exam Sections to learn more about them. This information is important in order to make the best decision! Your decision on which section to take first can hugely impact how well you [...]
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The road I took to becoming a Certified Public Accountant was arduous and a lot of sacrifices had to be made. I was knocked down again and again… and again. But I never gave up and now I am reaping the rewards. Like anything in life, the more you work for something, the sweeter it [...]
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Passing the CPA exam is an important step in any accountant’s career— but it can easily turn into a logistical nightmare if you don’t know what you’re doing ahead of time. It’s important to plan ahead and ensure that you have everything you need for the exam. That way you can swiftly work through the [...]
Cryptocurrency Is Becoming More And More Mainstream. The IRS Is Taking Note — And So Should CPAs When you hear about bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market, the headlines often concern the price. Either crypto is skyrocketing, making millionaires overnight — or it’s dying. But behind the scenes, crypto job and industry growth continues upwards at [...]
The CPA exam is one of the most difficult certification exams in the field of professional accounting. According to the AICPA, each of the 4 CPA exam sections have a pass rate between 50-60%-- so it’s extremely important that you put in the necessary amount of study time if you want to pass on your [...]
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Every small business needs a reliable and robust accounting system. Accurate and timely accounting records can give your company a significant advantage. Furthermore, access to your financial data could allow you to monitor your expenses, track your sales, and identify growth opportunities. However, many entrepreneurs don’t appreciate the benefits that error-free and regularly updated accounting [...]
Preparing for the CPA Exam requires a killer study schedule, the perfect CPA review course, and the right attitude. It can be a long journey with many pitfalls. To help you through this journey, here are the top 9 CPA Exam preparation tips to help make it a little easier. Some of these study tips [...]
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