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Expense Tracking

Tools and methods for tracking business expenses, receipt management, and expense reporting

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DHS Just Ended "Duration of Status" for F-1 and J-1 Visas: What Small Employers Need to Track Before September 15, 2026

DHS's final rule effective September 15, 2026 replaces open-ended "duration of status" with a fixed I-94 Admit Until Date for F-1, J-1, and I nonimmigrants — up to 4 years plus a shortened 30-day grace period. Small employers with OPT, STEM OPT, or J-1 workers must now calendar expiration dates, file Form I-539 extensions before the deadline, and budget for recurring compliance costs.

mike

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John Deere's $1M Right-to-Repair Settlement: What It Means for Small Businesses With Dealer-Locked Equipment

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison and four other states settled with John Deere on July 8, 2026, forcing 10 years of dealer-equivalent repair access for farmers and independent shops. Here's what dealer-locked equipment costs small businesses beyond agriculture, and how to budget preventive maintenance instead of absorbing emergency repair markups.

mike

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Amazon's Business Credit Cards Moved to U.S. Bank: The $150,000 Rewards Cap and the August 14 Deadline

Amazon relaunched its business credit cards on May 13, 2026, switching from American Express to U.S. Bank on the Mastercard network. The Prime Business Card pays 5% back (3% without Prime) on the first $150,000 in annual purchases, then 1% — and old Amex-issued cards stop working August 14, 2026. Here's the blended-rate math and a transition checklist for your books.

mike

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