Sandberg - Quicken 2015 The Official Guide for Windows!

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Choosing Quicken Personal Finance Software to organize your finances was a great decision. Quicken has all the tools you need to manage your personal finances. Its well-designed, intuitive interface makes it easy to use. And its online and automation features make entering transactions and paying bills a snap. But if that isnt enough, Quicken also offers features that can help you learn more about financial opportunities which can save you time and moneytwo things that often seem in short supply.

This introduction tells you a little about the book, so you know what to expect in the chapters to come.

About This Book

This book tells you how to get the most out of Quicken. It starts by explaining the basicsthe common, everyday tasks that you need to know just to use the program. It then goes beyond the basics to show you how to use Quicken to save time, save money, and make smart financial decisions. Along the way, it shows you most of Quickens features, including many that you probably didnt even know existed. Youll find yourself using Quicken far more than you ever dreamed you would.