Understanding the basics of their money can make all the difference for
individuals and families. For 30 years, Intuit Quicken®, the No-1 rated
personal money management
software, has helped people make sense of their dollars. Quicken for
Windows 2014, now available from Intuit
Inc. (Nasdaq:INTU), helps people manage their money and build their
financial know-how.
New features, including letting users snap pictures of receipts on their
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android devices and easily keep track of
purchases, makes Quicken 2014 the most complete solution for people who
want to take control of their money, whether they’re struggling to pay
rent, budgeting
to pay their monthly bills or saving for a home.
And with individuals and families trying to maintain a financial
foothold in an uncertain economy, Quicken 2014 is more useful than ever.
Quicken research shows that among American consumers:
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One in three admits to losing sleep over money woes.
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15 percent avoid opening bills because they know they won’t be able to
pay.
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16 percent rack up fees, such as late payment charges on credit card
bills. One in four pays late each month.
As it has for three decades, Quicken can help Americans gain a stronger
financial footing, whether they’re new to money management and trying to
get ahead or planning for the future.
“It was a constant battle to find enough money to pay
bills, let alone try to save,” said Sandy Ramos, a waitress and
part-time student in Oceanside, CA. “But last year, I started using
Quicken and I could see right away where my money was going. It was a
big step for me to take control of my spending. Now I check my balance
on my phone all the time and I feel really good about the path I’m on.”
Picture This: New Features
The ability to snap pictures of receipts and organize and store them in
the cloud leads the list of new features and product enhancements.
Customers using the Quicken 2014 companion app on mobile phones or
tablets can sync a receipt to a specific bank or credit card transaction
across desktop and mobile devices. The new feature eliminates paper
clutter and helps users keep records of important purchases and more
easily track tax-deductible donations.
The feature also helps customers save warranty information and makes it
easier to return purchases.
Other enhancements let customers:
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Make smart money decisions on-the-go: The free Quicken
2014 mobile companion app for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Android
devices provide immediate anytime, anywhere access to checking,
savings and credit card account information, enabling users to
instantly see whether they’re within their budget. The data syncs
between a user’s mobile device and their Quicken 2014 software in
seconds.
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Easily manage bills: Stay ahead of bills by adding and viewing
bill reminders directly from the Quicken register. Users can track
upcoming bills and projected balances and determine where they stand
with their money. Users can also pay bills from their register.
Additional fees may apply.
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Receive timely alerts and bill reminders: Low balance? Over
budget? Unusual activity? Quicken 2014 proactively delivers nine types
of email and text alerts to help users keep up to date with their
finances. Users can also receive a weekly or monthly summary of
accounts.
Quicken 2014 continues to offer financial tools to help users plan for
today and tomorrow:
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See all accounts in one place: Say goodbye to multiple sites,
spreadsheets, passwords and statements. See checking, savings, credit
card, loan investment and retirement accounts at a glance. Current
balances and transactions are automatically and securely downloaded
from the user’s bank.
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Budget more accurately: Set up budgets for variable monthly or
seasonal expenses such as entertainment, dining out or holiday
shopping. Rollover-enabled budgeting
lets users move left-over money into the next month.
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Create savings goals: The “Your Savings Goal” page and debt
reduction tool helps track progress toward specific targets, such as
taking a vacation or building an emergency fund. An easy-to-read chart
lists all contributions made toward your goal.
“Quicken 2014 reflects our ongoing commitment to help people manage
their money in the way that’s right for them,” said Barry Saik, senior
vice president for Intuit Quicken. “Quicken 2014 provides anytime,
anywhere access and is ideal for people who want to stay on top of their
day-to-day finances – whether that’s paying off debt, balancing a budget
or planning for life changes like education and retirement.”
Pricing and Availability
The full Quicken 2014 product line includes access to the Quicken 2014
mobile companion app:
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Quicken
Starter Edition: For people with simple money management needs;
helps them get organized and learn how to budget. $39.99.
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Quicken
Deluxe: For those who want to save more; helps create custom
budget, savings and debt reduction plans. $74.99.
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Quicken
Premier: For those who manage investments and want to plan for tax
time. $104.99.
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Quicken
Home & Business: For people who want to manage their business
and personal finances in the same place. $114.99.
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Quicken
Rental Property Manager: For rental property owners who want to
manage their personal and rental property finances in one place.
$164.99.
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About Intuit Inc.
Intuit Inc. creates business and
financial management solutions that simplify the business of life for
small businesses, consumers and accounting professionals.
Its flagship products and services include QuickBooks®,
Quicken® and TurboTax®,
which make it easier to manage small
businesses and payroll
processing, personal finance,
and tax preparation and filing.
Mint.com provides a fresh, easy and
intelligent way for people to manage their money, while Demandforce®
offers marketing and communication tools for small businesses. ProSeries®
and Lacerte® are Intuit's
leading tax preparation offerings for professional accountants.
Founded in 1983, Intuit had revenue of $4.2 billion in its fiscal year
2013. The company has approximately 8,000 employees with major offices
in the United States, Canada,
the United Kingdom, India
and other locations. More information can be found at www.intuit.com.
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