Firsty Financials
I'm Shay Firsty — CPA, Big 4 tax professional, and founder of Firsty Financials. Whether you're in your first financial accounting class or advanced tax, I've helped students through it all — and I genuinely love making this stuff click.
Simple process
Choose a slot that works for you — booking takes just a minute.
On the same page, share your course and what's tripping you up. Your confirmation and calendar invite land in your inbox.
1-on-1. I break things down until they actually make sense — not just for the test.
Session notes, whiteboard photos, and resources land in your personal folder.
What students say
"Super comfortable. Shay is good at finding your pace and working with you in a way that feels natural. My grade improved and I felt way more confident during exams. The homework felt easier and I was less stressed about the material overall."
Ryan E.
Financial Accounting
"Whiteboard demonstrations and interesting examples helped me remember complex concepts. I passed the class and could actually help my friends after. Just do it — you'll improve."
Brayden L.
Financial Accounting
"It kind of felt like hanging out with a friend, except that friend is much smarter and knowledgeable at the subject. Shay has a unique ability to pinpoint where someone is having a difficult time and fully explain it. I never felt dumb for not understanding something — he'd go over it again and again until I fully understood."
Anonymous
Financial Accounting
"Shay has a real ability to simplify complex topics and make them click. No matter what I asked, he always had a clear answer — that made a big difference. My understanding and confidence improved, which directly showed in my grades."
Leo T.
Financial Accounting
Testimonials shared with permission.
Common questions
No judgment, no pressure. Just one session and you'll see the difference.
Cancel or reschedule anytime
A few quick questions so I can show up prepared and make every minute count.
This is step 1 of 2. Next you'll pick a day and time — your session isn't booked until you do. Nothing is charged now; you only pay after we meet.
Your session isn't booked until you choose a time below. Once you do, you'll get a confirmation and calendar invite by email.
No payment to book. You won't be charged anything until after your session — then you pay via Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal (you'll pick which when booking).
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Your confirmation and calendar invite are on their way to your email. Have a syllabus, homework, practice problems, or notes you'd like me to look at before we meet? Upload them here — totally optional.