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Vol. I · Field notes · Manila

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.

Subject Guide10 min

CMEPA (RA 12214): The 2025 Tax Law Every CPALE Reviewer Must Know

The Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (RA 12214) took effect July 1, 2025 — unifying the 20% final tax on interest, slashing the stock transaction tax, and cutting the DST on shares. Here's exactly what changed and how the CPALE will test it.

June 19, 2026Read →
Subject Guide9 min

Ease of Paying Taxes Act (RA 11976): A CPALE Taxation Guide

The EOPT Act (RA 11976) reclassified taxpayers, overhauled VAT invoicing, and let you file and pay anywhere. Here's what changed under RA 11976 — and the one VAT rule everyone wrongly credits to it — for the 2026 CPALE Taxation exam.

June 19, 2026Read →
Review Tips10 min

Online vs Traditional CPA Review Center: 2026 Compared

Online CPA reviewer or traditional review center? Honest comparison of cost, flexibility, effectiveness, and who each format works best for in 2026.

April 15, 2026Read →
Subject Guide11 min

CREATE MORE Act: Tax Law Changes Every CPA Candidate Must Know for 2026

The CREATE MORE Act (RA 12066) introduces major tax changes effective 2024-2025 that will appear on the 2026 CPA board exam. Here's what changed, what it means for Taxation, and how to study the new provisions.

April 10, 2026Read →
Subject Guide10 min

5 Most Tested MAS Topics in the CPA Board Exam (And How to Master Them)

Maximize your MAS score by focusing on the 5 most frequently tested topics. Learn what the BOA Table of Specifications emphasizes, key formulas, and common exam traps for each topic area.

April 5, 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 →
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