There has been lots of talk about how best to manage personal debt

over the past few months so I thought it was about time I checked out one of the leading software tools.

Quicken XG is the 2003 version of Intuit's personal finance package and introduces a pricing structure - £59.99 buys you the software and 12 months of various online services.

After this, users can opt to join one of several different monthly payment plans.

The software can record and track personal accounts, business accounts and investments.

There is also a home inventory tool and sections to help with tax.

The good news for novices is there is a "wizard" to guide users through setting up accounts and choose what tasks they intend to use Quicken for.

Quicken XG looks good and is easy to use.

Price: £59.99
Contact: www.intuit.co.uk
Rating: 8 out of 10