I appreciate you for joining the thread, @hopethrows. 

Let me join this thread and provide further information on QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) Pro 2024 license terms. 

Since QBDT Pro 2024 is subscription-based with annual license renewal, it doesn't have a lifetime license like the previous QBDT versions even if purchased from a retailer. Although this is the case, you can still renew your license after the stop-sell date of July 31, 2024. Refer to this article for more details: Can't buy QuickBooks Desktop as a new US subscriber. 

Additionally, it would be best to also inquire to them about the license terms if you consider purchasing a QBDT Pro 2024 license from a legitimate retailer. 

Let me add this article as a guide to managing your subscription with the Customer Account Maintenance Portal (CAMPs): Manage your QuickBooks Desktop subscriptions and services. 

Keep us posted if you have further questions about the QBDT Pro 2024 license terms. We'll do our best to assist.