I can share additional insights about your estimates issue, jeff Siegel.

I've tried it on my end, and the estimate doesn't automatically show inactive or close even after I converted it to an invoice.

That said, you may consider sending this idea to our product engineers. They look through submitted feedback for future product enhancements.

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1. Go to the Help menu at the top.
2. Select Send Feedback Online.
3. Click Product Suggestion. 
4. Click on the drop-down for Type of Feedback and select Product Suggestion.
5. Select the Product Area.
6. Enter your thoughts and suggestions.
7. Click Send Feedback.

 Also, I encourage you to visit the What's New section on your account. This way, you can view our product vlogs, latest news, and updates: Product Updates.

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