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Free software replaced my paid tools—and I barely miss the subscriptions.

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I can spend my money on something else!

Here's my rundown of the top small-business accounting software, including stuff nobody told you. I'll cover QuickBooks, FreshBooks, Xero, and more.

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If Windows is your preferred operating system, consider these open-source apps. There are numerous open-source apps available for almost any task. These are all free to install and use on Windows.

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