I am in the same situation.  I have Quickbooks Premier Contractor 2021 Edition and pay for an Enhanced Payroll Subscription each year $695. I am not interested in anything online nor subscription based.  I would like to continue using my Desktop version.  I have attached a few articles with information about Quickbooks changs and alternatives.  I may look at going with Freshbook.

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/software/freshbooks-vs-quickbooks/#freshbooks_vs_quickbooks_...

https://greenwaltcpas.com/2024/01/important-desktop-product-line-up-and-price-changes/

https://insights.schlennerwenner.cpa/project/important-quickbooks-software-subscription-information-...