Hello there, ST40.

I'm here to clarify why QuickBooks uses two expenses to categorize transactions and how it's reflected on the reports.

When you create your QuickBooks Online account, the system has created default accounts. Other special accounts are created when certain actions are taken, or features are turned on in your QuickBooks settings.

These default accounts are recorded permanently on the system. However, you can merge the two expense accounts. You can check this reference for more information: Manage default and special accounts in your QuickBooks Online chart of accounts.

I've also added this article as a guide to manage your expenses: Enter expenses.

Don't hesitate to get back to this thread if ever you have other concerns.