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29 December 2023 | 1 reply
My banks did not do a full appraisal, just used a desktop valuation, similar to a Zestimate.
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20 December 2023 | 7 replies
This then sends the guests the gate code and is valid during the duration of their stay.In my quest to automate everything I used Microsoft PowerAutomate desktop.
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13 December 2023 | 4 replies
@Bonnie Low Are you using QuickBooks Online or the desktop version?
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5 December 2021 | 11 replies
A lot of the better camera systems let you log in through the IP address and so it's easier to juggle multiple accounts using a desktop VS a phone app.
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23 February 2023 | 7 replies
(also I should mention I'm a CPA/accountant, been using QuickBooks desktop since I took over for my dad, he passed away 2 years ago so now I'm up from 4 doors to 11 with my 80 year old mom who's home health aids are the biggest cost to us, she's getting hip replacement surgery on Wednesday....so I'd rather ask my BP team to get this right the first time.I'm willing to pay for software, don't charge an egregious float on top of that.
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16 March 2022 | 312 replies
I finally figured out that if you are using the desktop then you can upload photos by clicking the “add attachments” tab or whatever it’s called.
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8 May 2023 | 7 replies
I've also considered QuickBooks payments which would be very convenient to just handle all through QB, but it seems a bit more expensive and I currently use QB Desktop (don't like QBO near as much) and it's not as user-friendly with everything geared towards QBO these days.Looking forward to any recommendations - thanks in advance!
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28 November 2023 | 29 replies
I have used Quickbooks desktop pro for 5+ years and have been happy with it.
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15 February 2017 | 10 replies
Also with QB desktop, you must back up your data as a previous poster commented.Both have pro's and cons but either one should support your business.
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28 November 2023 | 3 replies
I was pleasantly surprised to find they can give me a sub $100k heloc for just $400 origination, $75 per year after the first year, prime plus 1%, and it only requires a “desktop appraisal” which involves looking at our home online and pulling the deed.