Alicia and Hector dive into the November 2024 QuickBooks Online update. They explore significant changes to ProAdvisor Academy, the evolution of QuickBooks Live Expert Assisted services, and developments in modern reporting views. They also share their thoughts on the new Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements and debate whether Intuit's involvement will help or hinder small business compliance.

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast
• (01:49) - Intuit's Feature Rollout Strategy
• (04:23) - ProAdvisor Academy Rebranding
• (09:33) - QuickBooks Live Expert Assisted Service
• (19:25) - Modern View Reports in QuickBooks
• (24:43) - Inactive Pay Items in QBO Payroll
• (32:32) - E-Signatures in QBO Payroll Elite
• (33:21) - Exploring Workforce Management Solutions
• (36:00) - Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
• (38:36) - Challenges and Industry Reactions
• (40:04) - QuickBooks Live and BOI Services
• (48:26) - What's Going On With Hector and Alicia
• (54:37) - Final Thoughts and Reflections

Links/Apps Mentioned in this episode:

• QuickBooks Online new features and updates—November 2024, https://www.firmofthefuture.com/product-update/november-2024-mpu/
• Alicia’s QBO Advanced class on Nov 26, http://royl.ws/QBO-Advanced?affiliate=5393907
• Free virtual conference to prepare for QuickBooks Online Certification Level 1 in December: https://proadvisor.training.intuit.com/dec2024vcon/
• Hector’s Reframe conference and Exactly What to Say resources and trainings: https://reframe.shoprocket.io/#!/reframe-2025-effective-pricing-for-accountants

Alicia unpacks Intuit CEO Sasan Goodarzi's keynote speech from Intuit Connect, offering valuable context around the company's AI-driven strategic direction and its implications for ProAdvisors. She breaks down the upcoming changes to QuickBooks Live, including new transparency features and revenue sharing opportunities that aim to strengthen the partnership between Intuit and accounting professionals.

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Links/Apps Mentioned in this episode:

• Lean more about Alicia's QuickBooks Training http://learn.royalwise.com
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
• Reframe 2025 Conference https://reframe2025.com/

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast
• (01:08) - Keynote Speech Highlights
• (03:27) - The Impact of AI and Technology
• (05:03) - Intuit's Strategic Directions
• (11:27) - Addressing the Elephant in the Room
• (13:14) - Intuit and ProAdvisors Relationship
• (15:58) - Innovations in QuickBooks Live
• (27:28) - Future of Accounting and Technology
• (33:20) - Upcoming Classes and Final Thoughts

Hector and Alicia break down the major announcements and strategic shifts revealed at the first-ever Intuit Connect conference in Las Vegas. They analyze Sasan Goodarzi's keynote message about embracing change and building the future together, while unpacking Intuit's apparent transition from a product-focused company to a comprehensive business platform. The episode covers upcoming features like the reimagined banking experience, and AI-powered improvements, while exploring what these changes mean for accounting professionals adapting to an AI-driven future.

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Links/Apps Mentioned in this episode:

• Lean more about Alicia's QuickBooks Training http://learn.royalwise.com
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
• Reframe 2025 Conference https://reframe2025.com/

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast
• (00:53) - Reflections on Intuit Connect
• (01:28) - Keynote Highlights: Ted Callahan and Sasan Goodarzi
• (05:38) - The Future of Accounting: Embracing Change
• (10:06) - Leadership Advice from Sasan
• (16:23) - New Features Announced
• (22:19) - AI Innovations and Enhancements
• (31:40) - Reimagining QuickBooks Online for Accountants
• (42:29) - Wrap Up and What's New with Hector and Alicia

Alicia walks through the key announcements from Intuit's October 2024 In The Know webinar, including the new QuickBooks payments revenue share program offering ProAdvisors 20% of processing fees for three years. She details the new cost allocation feature in payroll that lets businesses track labor costs across projects and classes, and explains the new recurring payments system that streamlines automated billing. The episode concludes with updates about ProAdvisor Academy and the transition to Credly for certification badges.

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast
• (00:51) - QuickBooks Payments Revenue Share Program
• (08:26) - Cost Allocation in Payroll
• (12:50) - New Recurring Payments Feature
• (15:40) - Setting Up Recurring Payments in QBO
• (20:50) - Customer Payment Options
• (24:04) - Benefits of PCI Compliance
• (26:57) - New ProAdvisor Training and Certification
• (30:57) - Upcoming Events and Courses

• https://intuit.ondemand.goldcast.io/on-demand/0c9af5fd-c588-445f-9651-0c64ba8a8c6d
• Enroll for Alicia’s Nov-Dec QBO Complete Hands-On Training (HOT) at https://royalwise.lpages.co/qbo-complete/
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app

Hector and Alicia explore the extensive capabilities of QuickBooks Online Advanced's modern reports and custom report builder. They walk through key features including dynamic column customization, Boolean filters, multi-level grouping, pivot tables, and interactive charts - demonstrating how these tools can transform raw data into actionable insights. The hosts share practical tips for leveraging related table data, creating KPI widgets, and maximizing the flexibility of the new reporting system, while also discussing how these features compare to classic QuickBooks reports.

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• Enroll for Alicia’s Nov-Dec QBO Complete Hands-On Training (HOT) at https://royalwise.lpages.co/qbo-complete/
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
• Alicia’s 1099 class: http://royl.ws/QBO1099
• Alicia's RoyalWise OWLS QBO Training - http://royl.ws/uqapodcast
• Intuit Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• The Comprehensive Guide to Converting from QuickBooks® Desktop (QBDT®) to QuickBooks® Online (QBO®) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8L29Z5L
• QuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXZB1R95

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• (00:00) - Welcome to the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast
• (02:19) - Exploring Custom Report Builder Templates
• (05:22) - Visualizing Reports with Chart View
• (10:22) - Advanced Filtering and Boolean Logic
• (18:21) - Grouping and Subgrouping Data
• (22:20) - Leveraging More Columns for Detailed Insights
• (28:21) - Pivot Tables and Summary Reports
• (30:01) - Benefits of Pivot Tables
• (34:33) - General Options and Formatting
• (41:37) - Exporting and Sharing Reports
• (45:19) - Upcoming Classes and Events
• (48:05) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Hector and Alicia dive deep into QuickBooks Online's October 2024 updates, dissecting new features and improvements across payroll, search functionality, and recurring payments. They explore the potential impact of AI-powered anomaly detection in payroll and discuss the implications of enhanced transaction search capabilities. The hosts also share their thoughts on the upcoming Intuit Connect conference and its significance for QuickBooks professionals.

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• Enroll for Alicia’s Nov-Dec QBO Complete Hands-On Training (HOT) at https://royalwise.lpages.co/qbo-complete/
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
• Alicia’s 1099 class: http://royl.ws/QBO1099
• Alicia's RoyalWise OWLS QBO Training - http://royl.ws/uqapodcast
• Intuit Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• The Comprehensive Guide to Converting from QuickBooks® Desktop (QBDT®) to QuickBooks® Online (QBO®) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8L29Z5L
• QuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXZB1R95

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• (00:00) - Introduction to QuickBooks Online October 2024 Updates
• (01:50) - Intuit Enterprise Suite: Pricing and Features
• (10:38) - W9 Management Module Enhancements
• (22:15) - AI-Powered Payroll Anomaly Detection
• (26:43) - HR Manager Role and Payroll Customizations
• (31:22) - Payroll Updates: Direct Deposit Changes
• (32:33) - Enhanced Payroll Cost Allocations
• (40:43) - Advanced Search in QuickBooks Online
• (48:03) - Recurring Payments and PCI Compliance
• (54:42) - ProConnect Tax Adjustments
• (57:29) - Upcoming Events and Conferences

Alicia examines Intuit's strategic shift towards cloud-based solutions and its impact on QuickBooks users and ProAdvisors. She discusses the challenges of transitioning from Desktop to Online, while highlighting the potential benefits of Intuit's integrated financial management platform. Alicia offers insights on adapting to these changes and maintaining a positive outlook amidst industry evolution, emphasizing the importance of community and expert feedback in shaping QuickBooks' future.

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• Hector’s Reframe Conference - https://www.reframe2024.com/
• Enroll for Alicia’s Nov-Dec QBO Complete Hands-On Training (HOT) at https://royalwise.lpages.co/qbo-complete/
• Intuit’s 2024 Investor Day event: https://www.youtube.com/embed/8cJ9vqr6gYg?si=C3UD7Hsxu2QMtx4r
• Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
• Alicia's RoyalWise OWLS QBO Training - http://royl.ws/uqapodcast
• Alicia’s QuickBooks Ledger Course - http://royl.ws/ledger
• Intuit Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com
• Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
• The Comprehensive Guide to Converting from QuickBooks® Desktop (QBDT®) to QuickBooks® Online (QBO®) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8L29Z5L
• QuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXZB1R95

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• (00:00) - Introduction and Overview
• (02:44) - The Evolution of Intuit and QuickBooks
• (04:37) - Transitioning from Desktop to Online
• (07:42) - The Role of Technology in Accounting
• (12:54) - Intuit's Community and Feedback
• (17:38) - New Course Announcement

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.

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*Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group and Evolve Bank & Trust®; Members FDIC.

• Links/Apps Mentioned in this episode:
  • Hector’s Reframe Conference - https://www.reframe2024.com/
  • Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.app
  • Alicia's RoyalWise OWLS QBO Training - http://royl.ws/uqapodcast
  • Alicia’s QuickBooks Ledger Course - http://royl.ws/ledger
  • Intuit Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com
  • Check out Alicia’s step-by-step QBO Textbooks at http://www.questivaconsultants.com
  • The Comprehensive Guide to Converting from QuickBooks® Desktop (QBDT®) to QuickBooks® Online (QBO®) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8L29Z5L
  • QuickBooks Online: From Setup to Tax Time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXZB1R95

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• (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