Subject: [Read] The latest free CFA material list, calculator guides, exam info

8 articles • 145 days to Dec20 • 225 days to Feb21 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌
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8 articles • 145 days to Dec20 • 225 days to Feb21

A mega update for you today. Our free-material guide is updated with the latest (and there is a lot)!


All our calculator guides, for both BA II Plus and HP12C, have also been updated, along with more articles to prime you for the best possible CFA exam study start.


Check them all out below - and leave a comment!
Zee Tan, 300Hours

The Free CFA Study Material List 2020

Zee Tan • Resources

We've curated the best available CFA materials that don't require paying, so you can get straight into exam preparation mode.

See the latest list ➔

Calculator Guide: Texas Instruments BA II Plus vs. Hewlett Packard 12C

Zee Tan • Guides

Not sure which one to get? Compare the pros and cons of BA II Plus vs HP 12C calculator here.

Choose the best calculator for you ➔

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The HP12C Calculator Guide for the CFA Exams

Matthew Buonopane • Guides

Our ultimate guide to the HP12C for the CFA exams. Focusing on tips, time-saving functions & keystroke cards.

Master your HP12C ➔

BA II Plus Guide: How To Use Your CFA Calculator

Sophie Macon • Guides

Speed matters in the CFA exam. It's worth investing some time to learn how to use your calculator better. Sophie has gone through all the manuals to distill the best hacks for your exam.

Master your calculator ➔

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CFA Exams in 2021: A Beginner's Guide

Sophie Macon • Guides

The CFA exams have recently undergone huge changes in exam format, schedules and even results formats.

How the CFA exams are like in 2021 ➔

All The Dates, Deadlines and Fees for Your Next 4 CFA Exams

Christine Martinez • Tools

All relevant dates for your CFA exam in once place, so you can focus on studying without missing a deadline.

Never get caught unawares again ➔

The Ultimate CFA Exam Study Planner: Plan, Progress and Perform

Sophie Macon • Zee Tan • Resources

Plan your study, track your progress, and predict your performance. Also updated for the 2021 exams.

Create your CFA study plan ➔

2020 Changes: CFA Exam Curriculum and Topic Weights

Sophie Macon • Resources

The 2020 changes also apply for 2021 since the curriculum is frozen for next year.

Find out what's changed ➔

More guides, tips and stories ➔

Studying for the CFA exam - with young children

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"@themommyquest asked about tips for CFA study with young children. We've written a few articles about the subject (link in bio for one), and with two under-5s I can also comment a little about that!"

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Get help with practice questions, the exam process, or advice on how to prepare.

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