The seller’s staffing plan cannot authorize the spouse to begin work. Confirm the buyer’s actual proposed role for the spouse and the spouse’s qualifying status evidence before using that plan.
Update the personnel schedule at the transition
Identify which names in the seller’s schedule are current workers, anticipated replacements or relatives who have not begun work. Describe the spouse’s real duties instead of simply replacing an employee’s name in the old chart. A qualifying spouse in valid E status may be employment-authorized incident to status with appropriate evidence. Dependent children do not share that employment benefit; E accompaniment generally covers a spouse or unmarried child under 21. A planned shift, closing date or completed training session cannot establish these personal conditions. Keep the revised schedule accurate about when authorized help will actually be available to the new operator.
Confirm relationship records, nationality questions where relevant, anticipated entry dates, and whether any family member expects to perform operational work. Compare household needs with the enterprise’s actual cash position, and review family status plans independently of the landlord’s opening incentive.