Quicken 2010 For Dummies

Take control of your personal finances starting today!

This popular software package is just what the financial advisor ordered ? a great way to track your income and expenses, manage your investments, pay your bills, and keep your checkbook. Count on this plain-English guide to get you started and get your finances in order, so you’re prepared for any economic ups and downs.

• Get started ? set up Quicken 2010 whether you’re upgrading from an earlier version or using Quicken for the first time

  • Create a budget ? make a plan that’s flexible enough to work for your family or your business

    • Electronic checkbook ? learn to maintain your checkbook on a computer and enter checks, deposits, and transfers

      • Crunch some numbers ? use Quicken’s financial planning calculators to plan for retirement, compare loan programs, or save for your child’s college education

        • Reporting in ? use Quicken reports to help track cash flow, summarize spending by category, review investment performance, and more

          • Mind your business ? if you have rental property or similar business income, use Quicken to maintain your records

            • Watch your investments ? manage your 401(k), IRA, stocks, and bonds

              • Is that deductible? ? see how Quicken helps you keep records to make tax time easier

                Open the book and find:

                • How to install and set up Quicken

                  • Solutions for managing your financial affairs efficiently

                    • Pointers on how to manage and monitor credit card use

                      • Steps for generating reports and charts

                        • Advice on accessing accounts and paying bills online

                          • How to manage payroll for your small business

                            • Tips for managing your investment accounts

                              • How to track deductions and plan for tax time