Budgeting Software Options

When it comes to money management and computer software two programs quickly come to mind: Microsoft Money and Quicken. While these programs are good, I have used both of them, I still find that there are things that I wish I could change about the programs. If you feel this way it may mean that it is time to start thinking outside of the computer budget box. One option that you can do is create your own zero dollar budget online using Excel. If you do this you should have a basic understanding of spreadsheets and what you can accomplish … Continue reading

Charade – Gilbert Morris

Ollie Benson is a computer genius. He’s been working for years on a computer program to help people create movies at home, and as soon as he gets all the bugs worked out, he thinks it will be pretty cool. His ambitions don’t go much further than that, though – Ollie is a hundred pounds overweight and he doesn’t have very much self-esteem. He’s tried blind dating, but his appearance seems to repulse most women, and his hang-dog attitude doesn’t help, either. His program finished, he sends it off to a major software corporation and sits back to see what … Continue reading

Budget Strategies: Using Budgeting Software

One tool you may consider using when it comes to money management is budgeting software. This is especially true if you are part of the computer generation. You will need to search carefully to find a program that works well for you and your family. There are many different types of programs available and so you will need to decide your needs and wants. Two of the biggest money management programs for families are Microsoft Money and Quicken. These programs are very similar. I have used both and like the features that they offer. The software allows you to balance … Continue reading