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Practice Ignition Price Hikes: Seeking Alternatives for Proposals and Payment Processing
After experiencing yet another price increase from Practice Ignition, I find myself unable to justify the costs. Over the past three years, their prices have surged by 136%, and it seems unlikely that these hikes will cease anytime soon. As a small firm relying on their software for both proposals and payment processing, I’m now exploring other options.
One possibility I’m considering is leveraging Docusign or similar e-signature software, while managing recurring invoicing and payment processing within QuickBooks Online (QBO). Is anyone else facing this issue? I’d love to hear about your current setup and processes.
To provide some context: I charge clients upfront on a monthly basis and annually send out a few dozen proposals using a standard template. Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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Certainly! It seems like you’re in a situation that many small business owners and firms find themselves in when software prices soar beyond reasonable budgets. When considering alternatives to Practice Ignition, let’s explore some options for both proposal management and payment processing that can suit your needs.
Proposal Management Alternatives
Cons: The pricing can be a bit steep, and some advanced integrations require higher-tier plans.
Proposify
Cons: Learning curve for setting up custom templates. Some features may be overkill for very simple proposals.
Better Proposals
Payment Processing Alternatives
Cons: Fees for credit card transactions may add up, and it’s primarily an Accounting tool, not a dedicated payment processor.
Stripe
Cons: Can be complex to set up and may require some technical knowledge for customization.
Square