So why couldn't I just use Quickbooks on my remote desktop. I am perfectly happy accessing it from my iPad using the latter method. What's the big difference?
If you actually use Quickbooks on the go you would know how much of a pain in the ass it is to access it from remote desktop. For instance, on my iPad I have a hard time manipulating their terrible interface. Take a look at Levion and you will notice the difference as soon as you login.