02-11-2002, 09:23 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 29,160
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Manage your house with PerfectHome
http://www.handango.com/PlatformProductDetail.jsp?siteId=311&platformId=2&productType=2&catalog=0&sectionId=0&productId=25806
I've been awaiting the final release of this software, and after using it for a few minutes today, this might become one of the most-used programs on my Pocket PC. As a new home owner, I have a huge number of things to keep track of, and PerfectHome will help me do that. The UI is fantastic!
The only downside I can see is that the desktop version won't come out until late March, which is unfortunate because the lengthy data entry for home inventory will be painful on a Pocket PC. I also question how useful room dimensions are when you can't create specs for each wall - up here in Canada, our rooms aren't perfectly square. ;-) These minor quibbles aside, PerfectHome looks like a winner. I'm really interested in knowing what others think of the product...
� Easily manage and organize every important detail about your home or apartment.
� Home Inventory Manager: Track information about all your valuable assets for insurance or reference purposes. Never forget warranty expiration dates, serial numbers, appraisal values and such important details.
� Shopping Lists: Quickly create and edit handy shopping lists for everyday purchases.
� Rooms and Locations: Get help when shopping for new furniture, carpets, curtains or paint. PerfectHome enables you to track dimensions, paint colors, and other details about every area in your home.
� Home Improvement/Management Task Lists: Easily create Task Lists for keeping up with maintenance projects in your home. Projects can include home improvement, efficiency, security, repair and more.
� Loan Analyzer: Use the powerful Loan Analyzer feature to perform various calculations and what-if scenarios with your home mortgage. View amortization tables, compare loans for refinancing, see the effects of early payments etc.
� Personal Video/DVD Library: Create, personalize and track your personal Video, DVD, or CD collections.
PerfectHome can be purchased from Handango for $19.99 (affiliate link).
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02-11-2002, 09:48 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 69
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Desktop Edition
Although we've tentatively announced the Desktop Edition's release date as late-March, it will most likely be available long before that, somewhere between Feb 28 and Mar 5.
The Web site officially says "late March" because I like to promise late and deliver early, as opposed to promise early and then miss deadlines. "Late March" is a worst case scenerio (for the desktop version)
Thanks for the heads up, Jason.
Mel Sampat
Two Peaks Software
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02-11-2002, 10:09 PM
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Neophyte
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 2
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PerfectHome
At the time of this writing, I am downloading the trial version of PerfectHome. Having one place to keep all home information would be great, however, I also feel that until the desktop version comes out, input on the PPC will be tedious. Since I am the "chief cook & bottle washer" (Wife, Mom), I am the one responsible for most of the home information. This program could be a blessing in disguise, as changing from and Excel spreadsheet for chores to a checklist for groceries, to Word or Notes for serial numbers, warranty info, etc. :lol:
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02-11-2002, 10:13 PM
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Thinker
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 426
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I like this software
:lol:
I don't buy software very often (Pocket Informant is the only one the leaps to mind), but I may very well buy this. I'm a new home owner and agree that the numerous projects I have slated need to be organized, and this software could be very helpful. Also, I like the mortgage functions. A home inventory is essential for insurance purposes and the movie list function is cool too! I can't see any big negatives.
$20 may be a little steep for me, but hey, I'm pretty cheap.
First complaint: Would everyone quit releasing programs that make me want to buy a color PPC!!!
Second complaint: My home equity is not as high as the one Jason posted.
:wink:
Mike (IPAQ 3135 owner)
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02-11-2002, 10:30 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 243
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hmm...that's two programs I might have to buy when I get home, though I agree with everyone about the Desktop client being needed.
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02-11-2002, 11:02 PM
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Neophyte
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 2
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I like this software
I agree with MP Smith. $20.00 does seem a little steep. However, you get what you pay for. 8)
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Originally Posted by MPSmith
:lol:
I don't buy software very often (Pocket Informant is the only one the leaps to mind), but I may very well buy this. I'm a new home owner and agree that the numerous projects I have slated need to be organized, and this software could be very helpful. Also, I like the mortgage functions. A home inventory is essential for insurance purposes and the movie list function is cool too! I can't see any big negatives.
$20 may be a little steep for me, but hey, I'm pretty cheap.
First complaint: Would everyone quit releasing programs that make me want to buy a color PPC!!!
Second complaint: My home equity is not as high as the one Jason posted.
:wink:
Mike (IPAQ 3135 owner)
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02-11-2002, 11:24 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 29,160
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I like this software
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Originally Posted by MPSmith
$20 may be a little steep for me, but hey, I'm pretty cheap.
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I think $20 is pretty good for software that does a lot - this one app will replace several others. Shopping list, DVD tracking list, home inventory, etc.
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02-12-2002, 12:51 AM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 243
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I like this software
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Originally Posted by Jason Dunn
I think $20 is pretty good for software that does a lot - this one app will replace several others. Shopping list, DVD tracking list, home inventory, etc.
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I'll generally buy things under $20 without much thought. Over $30 and it'd be better do everything I want. Between $20-30, I'll buy it if it falls into that "cool" category 
$20 is chump change if it replaces all that! I use HanDBase currently for my DVDs, CDs, wine collection, books, and several other lists. It works quite well, but to drop everything into a single app with a cool UI - SOLD! Now, where's that link and where's my credit card...
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02-12-2002, 03:25 AM
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Thinker
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 426
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Good point!
Jason, that's a good point about the software having a multi-purpose. You've got to take that into account when you look at these kind of things. So many pieces of software out there do JUST ONE THING and charge you $5 or $10. This one does MANY things and only charges $20. I'm sold! In fact, I've been telling my PPC friends about it too.
Hmmm... let's see... I won't be able to add that $20 to my mortgage payment this year, so according to my new software, I just added 0.005 months to my mortgage! LOL
Mike
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02-12-2002, 06:37 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 88
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Another plus to buying from them is that upgrades are free for the life of the product! Awesome.
I also checked with them and if you buy one product, they give you a 25% discount on any other product (such as their Car Maintenance program).
The Desktop Edition will also cost extra once it comes out, but it will provide additional functionality.
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