1. TurboTax vs H&R Block 2012

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    Once again, it’s time to start thinking about filing our 2012 tax returns. Among the many do-it-yourself options, the two most popular software programs are TurboTax and H&R Block. Both programs follow a very similar pattern and offer more similarities than differences, so which one should you choose? Let’s take...
  2. Quickbooks vs Quicken 2013 – What’s the Difference?

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    QuickBooks 2013 and Quicken 2013 are supposed to make financial decisions and everyday activities easier, but they focus on distinct categories. QuickBooks 2013 is a financial software best suited for companies who need to track and organize everyday activities, while Quicken’s 2013 strength comes from its experience and focus on...
  3. Quickbooks 2013 Free Trials & Alternatives

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    QuickBooks comes in three different free trial versions this year. But there is a forth option that is more popular than the three, and probably the best alternative for most that want to try the desktop versions of Pro or the Premier Industry Editions. Here are your options:   QuickBooks...
  4. Our Review of Prosper.com – Is it Legit?

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    Prosper.com (see current interest rates) is a meeting point for borrowers and lenders. The borrowers can find an alternative to bank loans or credit cards. The lenders have the opportunity to make something more than a minuscule interest paid on bank deposits. Nowadays it is absolutely impossible to get a...
  5. Intuit GoPayment vs Square Up 2012

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    Upon completing a transaction during my recent visit to the Apple store, a sales person pulled up a handheld device from below the table, swiped my cards, and the payment was complete. No sales desk, no problem, pay wherever you are. This is the idea behind Intuit’s GoPayment and Square....
  6. Quicken 2012 vs Mint.com

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    Once upon a time, people balanced their checkbooks manually to stay on top of their finances. With the Internet and a deluge of financial software and websites assisting you with money management, we no longer have to balance checkbooks (or even use checks) as technology does it for us. Quicken,...
  7. Quickbooks 2012 vs Peachtree 2012

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    PeachTree and QuickBooks are the leading software for small business accounting in 2012. If you’re running a business and need a better control over cash flow, balance sheet, income statement, and other vital business activities, those two products can help you get the job done. Let’s take a quick overview...
  8. Intuit Payroll vs ADP vs Paychex

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    Every two weeks or so millions of businesses across the country start printing employment checks. Unless we’re talking about a small company, the task might not seem so large, but for businesses employing tens of employees it becomes a full time activity. With many administrative functions outsourced to other companies,...
  9. Ways to file your 2011 tax form

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    In preparation for tax day 2012, this year you will now have three ways to file your 2011 tax forms: 1) electronically, 2) by mail, or 3) through a tax professional. So what’s the best option for you? Well, this depends on your individual situation and the complexity of your...
  10. How Being Kind Helps Get a Good Deal!

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    Well if you know us by now, you know that we love a deal. But did you know that you don’t need any good sales or negotiation skills to get a great deal when shopping in-store without any coupons? That’s right, even if it’s not on sale you don’t need...