Itunes stuck at "Finishing Sync" and will not close normally on Windows 8.1

Question

I recently upgrade to Windows 8.1 and also have the latest version of Itunes (11.1.2.32)
I have uninstalled and re installed, no change. Originally I had a problem that ITunes wouldn't open without crashing but the dll file fix resolved that.
Now I have to issues.
1: When I sync my or my wifes Ipads and iphone 5's, The sidebar will show that it has stopped syncing but Itunes it self up top is stuck at Finishing sync. I get no error if I unplug but the status up top reads "Finishing Sync"
2:When I try to close ITunes, I receive the "There are one or more applications using the sync service" Then gives me an option to wait for Itunes to close normally after 20 seconds or Quit.
Anyone know how to resolve either or both of these questions?

Answer 1

I copied this from https://discussions.apple.com/message/23501949#23501949.   It fixed my problem.
Couple of things ...
While the iPhone is actually syncing, you see something like this:
   (note the spinning "syncing" wheel)
You'll notice when it's done, it seems to be hanging and you get something like this - indefinitely:
  But, if you look again, you'll see the "eject" button has replaced the "syncing wheel":
So, at this point, just eject it and you're fine -- really.
And, if you don't trust that, then do this:
  Go to the Music tab of iTunes and add or remove just one song or one artist or one playlist.
  Then, click the Apply button in the lower right corner.
  You will notice that THIS way the Sync Process finishes cleanly.
Hope this helps!!