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This is a very familiar story. I was a user of Adobe Lightroom from very early versions. When Adobe first introduced subscriptions I stuck with purchase option for as long as I could. I did end up with a subscription for a while.

But then my daughter was studying graphic design and I discovered Affinity Photo. I switched and have never looked back. Sure there are a few things I miss but not enough to pay subscriptions.

This also happened with Quicken. I have years of financial transactions in Quicken. When Quicken introduced subscriptions I just remained using Quicken 17.

When Apple switched to Apple Silicon, I was thankful for Rosetta to allow me to continue using Quicken 17 and I still do today.

Now Rosetta will soon sunset and I have never found anything to replace Quicken, so I have been writing my own system

https://anderegg.ca/2026/07/12/an-infuriating-goodbye-to-photoshop

#adobe #quicken #subscription

This is a very familiar story. I was a user of Adobe Lightroom from very early versions. When Adobe first introduced subscriptions I stuck with purchase option for as long as I could. I did end up with a subscription for a while.

But then my daughter was studying graphic design and I discovered Affinity Photo. I switched and have never looked back. Sure there are a few things I miss but not enough to pay subscriptions.

This also happened with Quicken. I have years of financial transactions in Quicken. When Quicken introduced subscriptions I just remained using Quicken 17.

When Apple switched to Apple Silicon, I was thankful for Rosetta to allow me to continue using Quicken 17 and I still do today.

Now Rosetta will soon sunset and I have never found anything to replace Quicken, so I have been writing my own system

https://anderegg.ca/2026/07/12/an-infuriating-goodbye-to-photoshop

#adobe #quicken #subscription

@roguefoam I use HomeBank. It vaguely reminds me of my first #financial package, #Quicken 1995. 👴
I am cautious about software that downloads transactions automatically because entering them manually is part of the value.
#HomeBank is fine, no complaints, but I'm interested in hearing about other options people like.

@roguefoam I use HomeBank. It vaguely reminds me of my first #financial package, #Quicken 1995. 👴
I am cautious about software that downloads transactions automatically because entering them manually is part of the value.
#HomeBank is fine, no complaints, but I'm interested in hearing about other options people like.

“Writing” a check in Quicken 6.0 for DOS

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #Quicken #MSDOS

“Writing” a check in Quicken 6.0 for DOS

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #Quicken #MSDOS

The check register in Quicken 6.0 for DOS. And please don’t judge me, but I still use Quicken today.

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #MSDOS #Quicken

The check register in Quicken 6.0 for DOS. And please don’t judge me, but I still use Quicken today.

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #MSDOS #Quicken

Want to get off of #Quicken or some other commercial #financial #bedgeting application? I've just found one that is amazing: Actual Budget. It's very similar to Quicken (although it's a bit different, from what I've heard), it's local-first, has an integrated sync server, is secure, integrated accounts download via one of four services (based on your region)***, excellent reporting, handles budgeting, and more...

Honestly, I've used GnuCash in the past, and it was such a pain I'd given up on it.  But Actual Budget I've managed to set up, get most of my accounts to download automatically (I have eight accounts to manage - only one I have to do manually), and started reconciling transactions.

I managed all of this in about two hours.

Oh, and the final, best part of this: Actual Budget is Open Source under an MIT License.

*** The sync service may have charges. Here in the U.S. it's $15/yr. Given the number of transactions I have to deal with, this is a pittance...

Install latest Quicken Mac update.

Hi Quicken user, here's a bunch of new features for you in our latest update. Thanks for updating.

Click on that new feature tab in Account window.

"Oh sorry, for that you need a Premier license. Your Deluxe license just doesn't cut it. We showed you the tab to entice you to click on this shit.”

Feature tab disappears.

#darkPatterns #FyouQuicken #quicken

Install latest Quicken Mac update.

Hi Quicken user, here's a bunch of new features for you in our latest update. Thanks for updating.

Click on that new feature tab in Account window.

"Oh sorry, for that you need a Premier license. Your Deluxe license just doesn't cut it. We showed you the tab to entice you to click on this shit.”

Feature tab disappears.

#darkPatterns #FyouQuicken #quicken

@AutisticInnovator Alas, there is no Quicken for #Linux. The #OpenSource geeks made their own competitor called #GnuCash. I'm wondering what #Quicken can do, which GnuCash can't do.

A lack of finance-related/accounting software is one of the sore spots in the world of #Linux. All the accountants of the world wouldn't dream of switching to Linux. And they are always the ones close to the money - you basically can't marginalize them or ignore them somehow. Whatever crazy dystopian future #Microsoft (with #Windows 11 and beyond) or #Apple envisions, the world of finance insists on a front-row seat on the train to go to that place, taking everyone else along with them, pretty much.
#accounting #finance

@AutisticInnovator Alas, there is no Quicken for #Linux. The #OpenSource geeks made their own competitor called #GnuCash. I'm wondering what #Quicken can do, which GnuCash can't do.

A lack of finance-related/accounting software is one of the sore spots in the world of #Linux. All the accountants of the world wouldn't dream of switching to Linux. And they are always the ones close to the money - you basically can't marginalize them or ignore them somehow. Whatever crazy dystopian future #Microsoft (with #Windows 11 and beyond) or #Apple envisions, the world of finance insists on a front-row seat on the train to go to that place, taking everyone else along with them, pretty much.
#accounting #finance

#GnuCash 5.12 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

#GnuCash 5.12 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

“Writing” a check in Quicken 6.0 for DOS

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #Quicken #MSDOS

“Writing” a check in Quicken 6.0 for DOS

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #Quicken #MSDOS

The check register in Quicken 6.0 for DOS. And please don’t judge me, but I still use Quicken today.

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #MSDOS #Quicken

The check register in Quicken 6.0 for DOS. And please don’t judge me, but I still use Quicken today.

#RetroTech #90sComputing #DigitalNostalgia #OldSchoolTech #TechThrowback #1990sTech #MSDOS #Quicken

Remember we do not necessarily need the latest (often bloated) update of #software (#apps) that worked when we bought it. I'm running a 2011 version of #Quicken with no problems because Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (#GAAP) have not changed since then and essentially all it does is add and subtract.

#Quicken

Using an old version of Quicken (2017) & the backup file got corrupted.

Was trying to figure out if to restore it w/i success until I looked into buying a new version of Quicken which I just discovered is only available by monthly subscription.

WTF??? 😡

Then I downloaded a free checking program & was about to install it when I somehow stumbled onto the way to restore the Quicken backup & use it again.🤗

So,the status quo is established & I don't need to f*ck with any software changes for now. ☺️

#GnuCash 5.9 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

#GnuCash 5.9 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

Really bums me out that I bought #Quicken once in the early 2000's (for about $100 I think) and used it FOR OVER A DECADE. I miss the days when you could just purchase software once and then use it forever.

Then at some point in the mid teens, they stopped supporting the version I had (or it just stopped working with newer operating systems) and now it's a forced subscription service where I have to pay $60 - $75 every year & the price keeps GOING UP! 😡

#software #SaaS #subscription

Really bums me out that I bought #Quicken once in the early 2000's (for about $100 I think) and used it FOR OVER A DECADE. I miss the days when you could just purchase software once and then use it forever.

Then at some point in the mid teens, they stopped supporting the version I had (or it just stopped working with newer operating systems) and now it's a forced subscription service where I have to pay $60 - $75 every year & the price keeps GOING UP! 😡

#software #SaaS #subscription

#GnuCash 5.8 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

#GnuCash 5.8 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

"That software won me over big time. I used it for over 20 years to help manage my finances and there’s no doubt it was a critical tool in my toolbelt toward reaching financial independence."

#software #financialindependence #money #simplifi #quicken #quickensimplifi #personalfinance #spending #saving #financialfreedom #freedom #routetoretire

https://www.routetoretire.com/pocketguard-quicken-simplifi

I signed up #quicken #quickbooks as it supports HMRC’s payroll and VAT gateways. The payroll part never worked. So I ended up using HMRC’s free basic tools.

VAT worked but at £35 a month - just to submit my VAT return - when there are other services that charge that PER YEAR!!

I don’t need all the time tracking and invoicing shit. I want the basics to work first. Then I might consider the rest.

Cancelled it all just now and a feel a weight has been released from shoulders - all the menus and pops up and upselling shit is now no more. I used to get stressed just logging in. Should have acted on the when I first used it.

The TurboTax Trap: How the Tax Prep Industry Makes You Pay #intuit #quicken #taxes

https://www.propublica.org/series/the-turbotax-trap

The TurboTax Trap: How the Tax Prep Industry Makes You Pay #intuit #quicken #taxes

https://www.propublica.org/series/the-turbotax-trap

So, I've moved on from #Quicken to #Fidelity OneView, but this Sequence product that shows your money as a flow looks pretty cool. $9/month for the cheapest plan is a little steep. I'll try for one month and decide.
https://www.getsequence.io/landing/early-access

So, I've moved on from #Quicken to #Fidelity OneView, but this Sequence product that shows your money as a flow looks pretty cool. $9/month for the cheapest plan is a little steep. I'll try for one month and decide.
https://www.getsequence.io/landing/early-access

#GnuCash 5.5 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

#GnuCash 5.5 has been released (#GNU / #Cash / #Financial / #Accounting / #PersonalFinance / #Finance / #Money / #Quicken) https://www.gnucash.org/

Still enjoying #Quicken #Simplifi after about a month and a half. With the #Intuit #Mint shutdown coming in March – well, transition to what by all accounts is a subpar experience in #CreditKarma – I’m glad I was able to find a good replacement.

They recently announced a full one year trial for switchers:

https://www.quicken.com/lp/simplifi-vs-mint/

I contacted them, and they refunded my payment for this year. So far I’ve had several great interactions with them, and this one was particularly nice.

Nice flex #Intuit. Discontinue your free #Mint app and advertise your paid #Quicken app as an alternative.

Nice flex #Intuit. Discontinue your free #Mint app and advertise your paid #Quicken app as an alternative.

I hate #quicken financial management software SO SO SO SO MUCH! I miss twitter because I could tag them and complain about how shitty their product is.

Apparently #intuit #mint is shutting down. I used #quicken before, but it was expensive, slow, awkward and not remotely modern, which is why I switched.

The thing is, I need *something* that does expense/income tracking and reporting, imports bank and other transactions, basic budgeting, net worth tracking, etc.

So what is the modern alternative?

https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/2/23943254/mint-intuit-shutting-down-credit-karma

@sphakos Yes, that sounds like #Intuit. I suppose your #Quicken and #Quickbooks data is next.

#Journal, Day 1182
Wednesday, 14 June 2023
(Day 44 of #WGAstrike)

#birdsofmastodon #chickenparrot
#spnfamily #socks
#windowsfail #quicken
#reboot #patience

#SVB integrates via API with companies using:

#quicken
#quickbooks
#mint

So expect these APIs to go down.. and #phishing related to these…