07/16/2026
Whatever section you choose, make the decision and get studying!๐ค๐
For me, I started with FAR because it was the biggest and most intimidating section. I thought, โIf I canโt pass FAR, I canโt pass the CPA Exam.โ I felt like I could pass the other sections, but then Iโd be left with FAR and never actually become a CPA. So I decided to tackle FAR first.
Some people like to start with an easy winโthe section they think they can pass the fastest.
The one recommendation I would make is this:
If you plan to take TCP, I suggest taking it after REG.
I have seen a lot of success with candidates taking TCP after REG, and not as much success with candidates taking TCP before REG.
The main thing is that you choose your first section for reasons that make sense to you.
Maybe itโs the section that interests you the most.
Maybe itโs the hardest section and you want to get it out of the way.
Maybe itโs the section you think will be the easiest to pass.
There isnโt a right section to start with.
What I do see is candidates spending so much time trying to figure out the โrightโ place to start that they never actually get started.
So, make the best decision you can for you, for reasons you like.
Then get started.
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