Hello Jeanie and thank you for trusting Payroll Mate.
No you do not need to delete the 2012 Payroll Mate prior to installing the 2013 version.
Payroll Mate 2013 will be a total separate installation from Payroll Mate 2012. You will be able to run both applications side by side and you will always be able to go back to Payroll Mate 2012 and see all your checks and employee information.
The first time you install Payroll Mate 2013 it will prompt you to import your company files from Payroll Mate 2012 and when accept the software will go ahead and import everything related to your payroll except for last year’s checks (which you don’ need). As soon as Payroll Mate imports your company files you will be able to run your fist payroll for the new year.
Real Business Solutions Support Team, Makers of W2 Mate and Payroll Mate
708-479-8731