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Study tips, exam strategies, field notes.

Short essays from passers and coaches on how to actually prepare for the CPA board exam — what to drill, what to skip, and what to do the week before the sitting.

Study Tips12 min

Last Week Before CPALE: What to Review and What to Skip

Your CPALE is in 7 days. Here is exactly what to focus on, what to skip, and how to manage your final week for maximum performance on exam day. Do not cram new topics.

April 11, 2026Read →
Study Tips11 min

CPALE May 2026: Your 60-Day Final Review Game Plan

A structured 60-day final review plan for the May 2026 CPALE (May 24-26). Covers all 6 subjects week-by-week, builds exam stamina, and peaks your performance right on exam day.

April 1, 2026Read →
Study Tips14 min

CPALE Subject Difficulty Ranking: Easiest to Hardest

Which CPA board exam subject is hardest? All 6 CPALE subjects ranked by failure rates, examinee feedback, and topic complexity -- with study tips for each.

March 23, 2026Read →
Study Tips10 min

CPA Board Exam Study Groups: How to Form & Run One

A practical guide on forming effective CPA board exam study groups — from choosing members and assigning subject leads to structuring sessions and avoiding common pitfalls.

February 25, 2026Read →
Study Tips10 min

CPALE Last-Minute Review: What to Focus on in Your Final 30 Days

Week-by-week action plan for your final 30 days before the CPALE. What to prioritize, what to skip, and the mistakes that cost reviewees their passing score.

February 25, 2026Read →
Study Tips12 min

Free CPA Board Exam Practice Questions with Answers (2026 Updated)

Free sample MCQs for all 6 CPALE subjects: FAR, AFAR, MAS, Auditing, Taxation, and RFBT. Each question includes the correct answer and a concise explanation.

February 25, 2026Read →
Study Tips14 min

CPA Board Exam Retaker Guide: How to Pass Next Time

Failed the CPALE? You are not alone. Proven strategies, mindset shifts, and practical tips to help CPA board exam retakers finally pass on their next attempt.

February 3, 2026Read →
Study Tips14 min

Study Habits of CPALE Topnotchers: 10 Proven Strategies from Top Passers

Discover the proven study habits and strategies that helped CPALE topnotchers achieve board exam success. Learn from Francis Matthew Obligacion, Clark Peter Castillo, Nicole Agoy Gonzales, and other top passers how to study smarter, not just harder.

February 3, 2026Read →
Study Tips9 min

How to Use AI Tools to Study for the CPA Board Exam: A Practical Guide

Learn how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to supplement your CPA board exam review. Includes practical prompts for each subject, time-saving workflows, and important warnings about AI limitations.

February 3, 2026Read →
Study Tips10 min

CPA Board Exam While Working: Study Guide for Busy Pros

How to pass the CPALE while working full-time. Proven strategies, realistic schedules, and actionable tips for working professionals reviewing for the CPA exam.

January 26, 2026Read →
Study Tips12 min

How to Pass the CPA Board Exam on Your First Try: A Complete Guide

Learn proven strategies from CPALE topnotchers, effective study schedules, subject prioritization tips, and common mistakes to avoid to pass the Philippine CPA Board Exam on your first attempt.

January 26, 2026Read →
Study Tips18 min

MAS Formulas Cheat Sheet: Essential Formulas for CPA Board Exam

Complete collection of Management Advisory Services (MAS) formulas for the CPA board exam. Covers cost accounting, CVP analysis, standard costing, capital budgeting, and financial management.

January 19, 2026Read →
Study Tips15 min

TRAIN Law & CREATE MORE Act: CPA Taxation Guide 2026

Master the TRAIN Law, CREATE MORE Act, and CMEPA for the CPALE. Covers income tax brackets, VAT, estate tax, donor's tax, and key changes effective 2024-2025.

January 18, 2026Read →
Study Tips12 min

How to Pass FAR in the CPA Board Exam: Complete Study Guide

Master Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) with proven study strategies, topic prioritization, and exam-day tips based on BOA Resolution No. 30, Series of 2022.

January 15, 2026Read →
Study Tips10 min

CPA Board Exam Study Schedule: 3-Month and 6-Month Plans

Structured study schedules for the Philippine CPA board exam based on BOA Resolution No. 30, Series of 2022. Whether you have 3 months or 6 months, here's how to cover all 6 subjects effectively.

January 10, 2026Read →
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