• How to pass FAR in five weeks as a mom

    Certified Public Accountant Mom studying for FAR on her laptop while holding her baby

    I had five weeks before REG expired and had to pass FAR, the biggest of the four CPA exams. I had failed once before, but not this time. This time, I was approaching the 18-month window and had to pass. Guess what? I did it and became a CPA! Keep reading to learn how I […]

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  • Four mistakes you’re making when studying for the CPA Exams

    Certified Public Accountant candidate with a book over her head standing outside in front of a brick wall after failing the CPA exams

    I immediately broke down and cried in the partner’s office after he asked if I passed FAR. I couldn’t believe I had failed three CPA exams in a row. This time, by two points. I knew something had to change. In six months, I came back strong and finished the last three parts of my […]

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  • 7 ways to graduate debt-free in accounting

    College student excited to graduate debt-free in accounting standing in front of her university building wearing a green graduation gap with a green shirt with the name Charlotte on it and throwing confetti in the air

    According to Nerd Wallet, the average student debt is $71,000 for graduate students in 2020.  I am unsure about you, but that is a lot of money for me.  I was worried student loans would hold me back financially in the future. I made a goal to graduate debt-free in accounting, and I did it!  […]

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  • Choosing the Best Master’s Degree: MBA vs. MSA

    Graduate student deciding between MBA or MSA standing outside with a graduation cap shrugging her shoulder in a red floral dress

    Deciding which master’s degree to pursue left a pit in my stomach. The time, money, and commitment to a graduate degree were significant. It took a year to finally decide after talking to working professionals, the university’s career counselors, and many of my friends going through the same thing. Keep reading to see what I […]

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