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Doug Wintemute is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor. After completing his master’s in English at York University, he began his writing career in the higher education space. Over the past decade, Doug ...

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Selecting the right CPA exam prep course is crucial to your success. The ideal review course should cover all CPA exam blueprints and provide detailed explanations of key concepts. Comprehensive ...

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Being well-informed is not just helpful—it’s essential, especially when you consider that the pass rate sits around 50%. That’s right, only half of the candidates pass on their first attempt. This is ...

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Becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is no small feat. After all, if it were easy, everyone would be one. CPA licensure requires a deep understanding of complex accounting principles and a ...