CFA In The Car
CFA in the Car is a high-yield mobile prep companion for the CFA Level I, II, and III exams. It turns daily commutes, workouts, or errands into focused study sessions with clear breakdowns of core topics. The podcast includes practice questions, formula shortcuts, vignette strategies, ethics deep dives, and expert tips from charterholders and recent passers. It aims to make CFA prep efficient, practical, and sustainable for busy professionals.
Episodes
Type I vs. Type II Errors: The Mistake That Changes Everything
CFA Level I Ethics: The Code and Standards You Must Know
Ethics is one of the most important areas of the CFA Level I exam, and it requires more than simply memorizing a list of rules. In this episode of CFA in the Car, we break down the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and introduce the Standards of Professional Conduct that candidates are expected to apply to real-world situations. You’ll learn the principles behind professionalism, integrity, independent
ASC 740 on the CFA Exam: Temporary Differences, Deferred Taxes, and the Effective Rate Story
This guide walks CFA candidates through the ASC 740 framework that sits behind U.S. GAAP income-tax notes. It separates differences that reverse from those that never do, then shows how those differences become deferred tax assets and liabilities. It explains when a valuation allowance is required, how intraperiod allocation splits the tax line, and how uncertain tax positions change both the prov
Master the Road to ASC 842: Essential Lessee & Lessor Accounting for the Commute
Turn your daily drive into high-yield study time with this audio breakdown of ASC 842 lease accounting fundamentals. This episode tackles the core distinctions between operating and finance leases, walks through initial right-of-use asset and liability measurements, and explains the subsequent accounting treatment for both lessees and lessors. You will discover exactly how these rules reshape corp
CFA Quant Core: TVM, DCF, and the Calculator Moves That Save 40 Seconds
Time value of money is the engine under almost every Level I valuation question. Ordinary vs. due annuities and NPV vs. IRR ranking conflicts are where most candidates lose easy points. The difference is often four keystrokes on the BA II Plus or HP 12C.
FSA Core: Inventory Methods, LIFO Reserve, and Why COGS Is a Valuation Question in Disguise
This study guide examines the core mechanics of inventory cost flow assumptions, dissecting how FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average methods directly reshape reported earnings and asset bases. We break down the mechanics of the LIFO reserve, the operational hazards of LIFO liquidation, and the standard treatment of lower of cost or net realizable value write-downs. Finally, we map how these inventory
CFA Level II FSA Core: Revenue Recognition, Earnings Quality, and IFRS vs. U.S. GAAP Traps
Revenue recognition questions on the CFA Level II exam test more than memorization—they test whether you can identify when reported revenue faithfully reflects economic activity. This study guide reviews the five-step revenue model, bill-and-hold arrangements, channel stuffing, non-GAAP metrics, and the warning signs of weak earnings quality. It also explains which IFRS and U.S. GAAP differences c
FAR Core: Subsequent Events, Contingencies, and Tricky Balance Sheet Disclosures
This episode equips CFA candidates with precise guidance on handling events occurring after the balance sheet date but before financial statements are issued, along with the strict recognition and disclosure rules for contingencies. You will master when to adjust the financial statements, when to disclose only, and how to avoid common Task-Based Simulation pitfalls related to loss contingencies an
The FSA Core: Deconstructing Long-Lived Asset Capitalization vs. Expensing
This episode delivers a technical examination of one of the most critical and testable areas in CFA Level I Financial Statement Analysis: the decision to capitalize versus expense costs related to long-lived assets. It dissects the accounting mechanics, financial statement impacts, and resulting distortions to key ratios such as Return on Assets (ROA), debt-to-equity, and operating cash flow, high
How to Pass the CFA Level 1 Exam on Your First Try: 2026 CFA Institute Blueprint + High-Yield 10-Topic Study Strategy
While the CPA is a structured public accounting sprint, the CFA remains a rigorous global marathon built for investment professionals, with three sequential levels emphasizing analysis, valuation, and portfolio management. This complete guide breaks down the full CFA Institute 10 Core Curriculum Categories with exact 2026 weights — led by Ethical and Professional Standards (15–20%), Financial Stat
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