TAG Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 I'm looking to see if there are other less expensive bookkeeping/accounting software programs out there for my smaller business clients to replace Quickbooks (which always has their hand in our wallets). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 That is a question that pops up routinely from budget minded small business owners. There are a few shareware type accounting packages that may cost less but the support absolutely sucks! Unless you want to be hand holding your client all they way stay with Quickbooks. If they use a full bookkeeper or part-time, it is easier to find people with quickbook experience and most towns and cities have user groups that can help you out. I use to recommend Peachtree to my clients 10/15 years back, but quickbooks overall is more cost effective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynn EA USTCP in Louisiana Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 Look at Howell Client Accounting - www.Howellsoftware.com? Howell is very user friendly, easy to learn and to use, good value and also offers a 'demo' . Lynn Jacobs, EA Kenner, LA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanmcq Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 Medlin makes accounting software too. You can download it to try it out. I haven't done so yet, so I can't comment on how it is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneInAlabama Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 I have used Medlin for several years now and it is a very good program if you don't need to use it on a network. I use the general ledger, payroll, and accounts receivable modules and they are very inexpensive. I believe their website is www.medlin.com. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 For a small business owner with limited resources the issue of support for a new accounting software could be critical. If the taxpayer is a quick learner then it may not be a big deal. I have had clients who switched accounting packages to lesser known brands with limited support go back to using those ledger sheets when they could not find someone qualified with their software and when they tried it themselves they totally screwed up the reports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanmcq Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 I use Medlin payroll and Medlin himself will answer questions about the software. He's even on here occasionally. The payroll module is $55/yr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 True if you just need a simple payroll module to cut checks for a few employees Medlin may work for you and the price can't be beat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcb39 Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 I use Medlin payroll and Medlin himself will answer questions about the software. He's even on here occasionally. The payroll module is $55/yr. I have also used Medlin for years. It is certainly more extensive than just "simple" payroll. I guess it is time to take a look at the bookkeeping module. Medlin lets you test drive their software.; which is huge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Simple here means relatively easy to use! But it does have its limitations and you can't really expect more for $55. It does the job where it fits. I have a few clients that use it and they are happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medlin Software, Dennis Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Thanks for the kind words! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Mr. Medlin does your payroll software e-file W2 and 1099s including corrected copies? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulldogTom Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Mr. Medlin does your payroll software e-file W2 and 1099s including corrected copies? You should be very nice to Medlin. He has been a gracious contributor on this board for a very long time and his input on Payroll issues is invaluable to those of us who have been here a long time. His software is known to be very good for the target market he serves. I understand his support is top notch as well. He makes no bones about the market he is after, does not try to please every single potential customer that his software is not a fit for, and, most importantly, does not lie about what his software will or will not do. Be careful how you talk about him and his product. Tom Hollister, CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 I will let Mr. Medlin respond. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medlin Software, Dennis Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Our payroll software is strictly for payroll (excluded 1099's). W-2's on plain paper or fills in forms. If required by your state and/or SSA, you can efile W-2. No support for W-2c Our AP program can be used to fill in 1099-MISC forms No support for efiling 1099's No support for and c forms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Taxed Posted May 16, 2013 Report Share Posted May 16, 2013 Thank you for the information. It is very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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