As prices continue to rise, many small business owners are wondering if there is a way to cut costs on QuickBooks subscriptions without sacrificing the features that are essential to their business. The reason for optimism is, there are smart ways to cut how much you spend while getting the benefits of using QuickBooks. In this blog, we help you learn to save money on your expenses while making most of your QuickBooks subscription.
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Why QuickBooks Costs Add Up?
QuickBooks has several plans, each of which has different features. With more features comes more expense. However, these tools are useful, but you do not need them all. On the other hand, some users pay for a plan that gives them things they never even use.
Here’s why the cost can grow:
- Subscription charges either monthly or annually
- Additional costs for payroll, time tracking, or add-ons
- Overpaying for more users than you need
- Using added applications or services connected to your account
However, careful examination of your current plan might allow you to trim some of these costs without damaging your workflow.
Ways to Save Money in October (Without Losing Features)
- Review Your Current Plan
Step one is to check the QuickBooks plan you are using. Sign in to QuickBooks and visit the subscription page and then have a look at what features are included and ask yourself:
- Do I use all of these tools?
- Is there any functionality I never use?
- Can I also manage with fewer users?
If you notice you are not using a lot of premium features, downgrading to a lower-tier plan might be a good idea. Plans include Simple Start, Essentials, and Plus on QuickBooks but. each plan builds on the last. Compare those carefully and see if the basic criteria meet your needs.
- Pay Once a Year, Not Every Month
QuickBooks provides a discount for paying annually rather than monthly. It might seem like a larger payment up front, but it can be less costly in the long run. The discount can be 10% to 20% off annually sometimes.
If you already know you’re going to need QuickBooks for the entire year, this is a simple way to save.
- Use Promotions and Discounts
Look out for seasonal offers, and discounts for new customers. Sales commonly run at QuickBooks during:
- End of the year
- Tax season
- Back-to-school season
The discounts on these contracts can be massive if you’re a new customer or one that’s available for renewal. Additionally, you may reach out to QuickBooks customer support if there are loyalty discounts offered to existing users.
- Remove Unused Add-ons
Users often forget about apps or services they add to their QuickBooks account. These could include:
- Time tracking tools
- Inventory management apps
- Payroll services
If you don’t use these add-ons and features anymore, get rid of them and lower your total monthly bill. You should also review your connected apps and ask yourself:
- Are you saving time or money with this app?
- Can we get another tool that does the same job?
Because, one of the easiest ways to cut your costs is overplaying add-ons that you don’t need.
- Use QuickBooks Simple Start or Self-Employed
As a freelancer, solopreneur or small business without employees, you may not have a need for the higher plans. Whereas, QuickBooks Simple Start or QuickBooks Self-Employed is most suitable for:
- Tracking income and expenses
- Sending invoices
- Capturing receipts
They’re cheaper and still provide most of the core tools that many small businesses require. Additionally, try to do a feature comparison between your current features and what’s available in the lower plan before making the switch.
- Make the Best of What You’re Paying For
Cutting features isn’t the only way to save money. It can also mean maximizing your existing tools. Here’s how to ensure you get something for what you pay:
Learn the Tools
A lot of people don’t benefit from all the tools in their plan because they don’t know how. Take time to learn:
- How to automate invoices
- How to categorize expenses
- How to use mobile app for receipts
QuickBooks provides videos, guides, and live chat that help you get a handle on your features.
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Set Up Automations
Set up the right automations, and QuickBooks can automate a lot of work for you. For example:
- Automated Recurring Billing
- Auto-track mileage
- Auto-import bank transactions
This way, it helps you save time and allow you to extract additional value out of your plan.
To Conclude
You can save money on your QuickBooks subscription without losing any of the features by simply reviewing your plan and cleaning unnecessary add-ons. Therefore, with a few wise moves, you’ll keep costs down and your business running smoothly.
Get in Touch with Us
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