The expenses associated with starting a business can be overwhelming, so free is good, when you can find it. You can download Microsoft Office Accounting Express 2008 for free (there is also a pro version - more features, but it costs $$).

With the Express version you can:

  • Create quotes, invoices, and receipts
  • Write checks, track expenses, and reconcile online bank accounts
  • Track employee time
  • Processes credit card transactions
  • Create reports and export them to Office Excel for more detailed analysis
  • List items from your inventory, upload and manage pictures, and track activity in real time for eBay sales

See the SCL Biz Guide to Starting a Business for more help.