Key Takeaways As of April 20, 2026, the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool is the exclusive electronic system for reclaiming IEEPA tariff duty payments.  Importers must have an active ACE Secure Data Portal account and an authorized ACH direct deposit set up for payout.  This initial Phase 1 window is limited…

  Key Takeaways Only the Importer of Record (IOR) or an authorized customs broker can claim a refund. If a carrier like UPS or FedEx is the IOR, you must coordinate with them rather than filing directly with the CBP.  Refunds are exclusively for IEEPA-related tariffs (reciprocal duties on Canada, Mexico, and China). Note that…

  Key Takeaways  Missing documentation shifts the burden of proof to you. Without a receipt or digital log, the IRS can legally disallow business deductions, resulting in higher taxable income and unexpected penalties. Commingling personal and business funds is a major audit red flag. Mixing expenses makes it nearly impossible to defend your deductions and…

  Key Takeaways Remote work can lower overhead, expand your hiring pool, and improve flexibility. But it can also create multi-state tax and payroll compliance issues.  In-person work can improve training, supervision, and team cohesion, but it often comes with higher fixed costs and less hiring flexibility.  The best model depends on the kind of…