Free Financial Software

Did you know that Microsoft is offering free downloads for Money Plus Sunset Deluxe and Money Plus Sunset Home and Business? 

Money Plus Deluxe Sunset – designed to replace Essentials, Deluxe and Premium
Money Plus Home & Business Sunset – designed to replace Home & Business

Answers to questions you may have about this deal:

1. Microsoft is no longer selling Microsoft Money, and they aren't supporting the software they've already sold OR the Sunset versions.  After January 31, 2011, you're on your own.  
2. There is no required activation, no online services, and no assisted support for the Sunset versions. 
• No "required activation" means you can move it from one computer to another without a product code.
• No "online services" means you can't get online quotes, online updates from banks, or do online bill paying through the application.
3. You don't need to have Microsoft Money installed on your computer to install a Sunset version. 
4. It's compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
5. You can get additional information and download either version at:  http://www.microsoft.com/money/sunset.mspx

I have only used it for about one hour so I don't have enough experience with it to recommend or not recommend it, but it did take less than two hours to set up checking and savings accounts, auto bill reminders, and enter a few transacttions. 

If you're making a New Year's resolution to keep better track of your money, you can't beat this price.