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Compare pricing, plans, features, and realtor‑specific tools to choose the right accounting solution for your real estate business.

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Overview

Two Different Approaches

QuickBooks logo

Works for many businesses, but isn't real estate specific. Most agents end up relying on manual tracking or add‑ons to handle commissions properly.

QuickBooks vs Agent Xpense accounting software comparison for real estate agents

Purpose‑built for real estate agents. From client deals to commissions and expenses, everything is designed around how agents actually work — simple, clear, and ready to use.

QuickBooks vs Agent Xpense accounting software comparison for real estate agents

At a glance

Quick Verdict

General AccountingQuickBooks
Realtor-Specific FinanceAgent Xpense
Simplicity & FocusAgent Xpense
Built for RealtorsAgent Xpense

Pricing

Plan & Pricing Comparison

QuickBooks users often start on a lower plan and upgrade as they need more. Agent Xpense includes everything from day one.

QB

QuickBooks

4 tiered plans
Simple Start
Limited features
$38/mo
Essentials
More users & reporting
$60/mo
Plus
Inventory & projects
$90/mo
Advanced
Full feature set
$235/mo
Pricing is tier‑based. Real estate agents often need higher plans to handle commissions and deals.
Recommended
AX

Agent Xpense

Single all-inclusive plan
Monthly
$19.95 /mo
All features included
Save 25%
Annual
$14.95 /mo
Billed annually ($179.40/year)
One flat plan — no tiers, no upgrades, no hidden limits. Everything a real estate business needs.
30-day free trial
No credit card needed
Cancel anytime

Access & Support

User Access & Support

Users

QB: Limited by plan
AX: Unlimited

Phone Support

QB: Plan‑dependent
AX: Included

Cancellation

QB: Anytime
AX: Anytime

Agent Xpense is built for solo agents, teams, and brokerages. User limits never force an upgrade.

Features

Feature Breakdown

Agent Xpense focuses on what agents use daily. QuickBooks covers broader accounting territory.

FeatureQuickBooksAgentXpense
Expense Tracking
Generic
Realtor‑specific
Financial Reporting
Standard
Commission‑focused
Bank Reconciliation
Advanced
Limited
Invoicing
Yes
No

Realtor‑Specific

Tools Built for Real Estate

Commission tracking, deal management, and client data are core parts of Agent Xpense. In QuickBooks, these usually require manual tracking or third‑party tools.

Agent Xpense

Commission Tracking

QB:Not built‑in
AX:Yes
Agent Xpense

Deal Management

QB:No
AX:Yes
Agent Xpense

Realtor Expense Categories

QB:Generic
AX:Realtor‑specific
Agent Xpense

Client Database

QB:No
AX:Yes
Tie

Tax‑Ready Reports (Schedule C / 1099)

QB:Yes
AX:Yes (real estate)
Workflow

Ease of Use & Workflow

QBQuickBooks

Built for general accounting. Powerful, but not designed around how real estate agents work. Tracking commissions accurately often takes extra effort.

AXAgent Xpense

Built specifically for real estate. Income, expenses, and commissions are easy to see and understand, even without accounting experience.

Side by side comparison of QuickBooks and Agent Xpense dashboards for real estate accounting
Real estate agent using Agent Xpense on laptop to track commissions and expenses
Integrations

Integrations & Add‑Ons

QBQuickBooks

Supports a wide range of integrations for payroll, inventory, CRM, and automation. Useful, but they often increase monthly costs.

AXAgent Xpense

Keeps deals, commissions, expenses, and clients in one place. Most agents don't need additional software.

Help

Support & Help

QuickBooks

Online resources, chat, and phone support depending on plan level.

Agent Xpense

Direct support focused on real estate businesses and commission‑based income.

Real estate agent reviewing financial dashboard with commission tracking and expense reports

Which Should a Realtor Choose?

Choose QuickBooks if:

  • You run a general business outside real estate.
  • You need inventory or payroll features.

Choose Agent Xpense if:

  • You are a real estate agent or team.
  • Your income is commission‑based.
  • You want software designed specifically for real estate.
  • You prefer simple pricing with no forced upgrade.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about QuickBooks vs Agent Xpense

No. Both platforms offer a 30-day free trial with no credit card required.
Yes. You can cancel at any time.
Most solo agents choose Agent Xpense because it includes commission and deal tracking without extra setup.
For most real estate agents, the answer is yes. QuickBooks often requires higher-tier plans to match real estate workflows.
No. Agent Xpense is designed to manage commissions, deals, expenses, and clients in one place.

Take Control of Your Real Estate Finances

Managing commissions, expenses, and taxes doesn't have to be overwhelming. Agent Xpense helps Canadian and U.S. realtors:

  • Track commissions and splits clearly.
  • Log real estate–specific expenses with ease.
  • See an accurate, meaningful financial report.
  • Save hours of bookkeeping every month.
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QuickBooks is a registered trademark of Intuit Inc. This comparison is for informational purposes only.

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