I've used MS Money for almost 10 years and would be lost without it.
Actually prefer the old versions (still using Money 97!) as the newer ones added loads of features I didn't need and increased the size of .mny files tenfold.
Lets me keep tabs on every account we have - I make sure every transaction is recorded in there and then just reconcile my statements when they arrive. Usually takes me 10 mins every couple of days to input all the receipts I've got and go through any statements.
Prior to that I tried both the paper-records and spreadsheet routes - they do work, but are a LOT more hassle to maintain when you've got a lot of accounts.
Actually prefer the old versions (still using Money 97!) as the newer ones added loads of features I didn't need and increased the size of .mny files tenfold.
Lets me keep tabs on every account we have - I make sure every transaction is recorded in there and then just reconcile my statements when they arrive. Usually takes me 10 mins every couple of days to input all the receipts I've got and go through any statements.
Prior to that I tried both the paper-records and spreadsheet routes - they do work, but are a LOT more hassle to maintain when you've got a lot of accounts.