In this episode, Hector takes the mic alone to delve into the significant changes in the QuickBooks ecosystem as Intuit phases out new licenses for QuickBooks Desktop Pro and Premier. He explores the implications for existing users, the shift towards QuickBooks Online and Enterprise solutions, and shares personal insights on the emotional impact for long-time QuickBooks Desktop users and consultants. Hector offers a candid and in-depth look at this pivotal moment in accounting software history. SponsorsFishbowl - https://uqb.promo/fishbowlIgnition - https://uqb.promo/ignitionMercury - https://uqb.promo/mercury*Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group and Evolve Bank & Trust®; Members FDIC. Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) [email protected]/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Links/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Hector’s Reframe Conference - https://www.reframe2024.com/Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appAlicia's RoyalWise OWLS QBO Training - http://royl.ws/uqapodcastAlicia’s QuickBooks Ledger Course - http://royl.ws/ledgerIntuit Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.comCheck out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.comThe Comprehensive Guide to Converting from QuickBooks® Desktop (QBDT®) to QuickBooks® Online (QBO®) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8L29Z5LQuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXZB1R95Sign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcast https://www.earmark.app/onboarding (00:00) - Introduction: The End of an Era (02:50) - Impact on Existing QuickBooks Desktop Users (04:42) - The Decline of QuickBooks Desktop (08:50) - Intuit Enterprise Suite: The Future of QuickBooks (12:27) - New Features and Updates in QuickBooks Desktop (26:18) - The Emotional Farewell to QuickBooks Desktop and Final Thoughts