Newest Version Includes Free Mobile Companion App

 





MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Aug. 21, 2014 Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU) today announced the availability of Quicken 2015 for Mac, featuring a new, clean and simple interface designed specifically for Mac and new investment capabilities. The redesigned product also syncs with a free mobile companion app providing the ability to photograph and track receipts so users can more easily stay on top of their money. 

Quicken, the nation’s leading personal finance software, helps people take control of their money and better understand their spending so they can make smarter financial decisions. The 2015 version combines new features with those that customers have grown to trust. The product links users to more than 14,500 different banks, credit cards, loan and investment accounts, allowing them to conveniently view their financial statements in one place. Other familiar features include tracking spending by category, creating budgets and the ability to schedule bills and reminders.

Additional product features and capabilities are expected to be released throughout the year to continuously improve the user experience. These additional features and capabilities would be offered only when and if made available by Intuit.

            “Quicken 2015 for Mac includes the things that I need and do on a daily basis.  A huge benefit is downloading transactions directly into the register to keep me from overspending. It’s also really cool that I can view all my bank and credit card financial information at a glance on my smartphone,” said beta tester, Ben W. of Greensboro, NC.

What’s New

            Quicken 2015 for Mac lets users:

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Make smart financial decisions on the go: The free mobile companion app syncs customer data across desktop and mobile devices, including iPhone, iPad and Android. Quicken users can check account balances, transactions and household budgets anywhere at any time, and snap a photo to store receipts to keep track of important purchases.

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Easily track portfolios and plan for taxes: Detailed investment tracking allows users to view and track portfolio value, investment transactions, cost basis, unrealized and realized gains, and create Schedule D tax reports for capital gains. The product simplifies tax time by tracking deductions and creating tax reports.

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View and understand finances in a flash: A refreshed interface optimized for OS X makes it easy for users to see where they stand with their finances.

“Millions of people trust Quicken to simplify their money management or save for a secure financial tomorrow,” said Barry Saik, senior vice president and general manager of Intuit’s Consumer Ecosystem Group. “With Quicken 2015 for Mac, we’re reaffirming our commitment to serving our loyal Apple customers and delivering the dependable, easy-to-use solutions they’ve come to expect.”

Quicken 2015 for Mac desktop download is available for $74.99 at Quicken, Mac App Store and Amazon.  It will be available in retail starting in October.

 

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About Intuit Inc.

Intuit Inc. creates business and financial management solutions that simplify the business of life for small businesses, consumers and accounting professionals.

            Its flagship products and services include QuickBooks®, Quicken® and TurboTax®, which make it easier to manage small businesses and payroll processing, personal finance, and tax preparation and filing. Mint.com provides a fresh, easy and intelligent way for people to manage their money, while Demandforce® offers marketing and communication tools for small businesses. ProSeries® and Lacerte® are Intuit’s leading tax preparation offerings for professional accountants.

Founded in 1983, Intuit had revenue of $4.2 billion in its fiscal year 2013. The company has approximately 8,000 employees with major offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, India and other locations. More information can be found at www.intuit.com.