How to get your tariff cash back
Summary
Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump-era tariffs, U.S. Customs launched a new portal for businesses to claim $166 billion in refunds. The episode highlights the mixed experiences of small business owners, from those who filed claims quickly to others struggling with technical hurdles and broker confusion. While some owners secured refunds, many worry that new tariffs under different laws will soon offset any recovered funds, leaving them in a precarious financial position.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Supreme Court ruling on illegal tariffs
Sponsors: Capella University and Vanguard
The ACE portal and new CAPE tool for refunds
Case Study: Alfred Mai's smooth filing experience
Case Study: Rebecca Melsky's filing struggles
The challenge of refunding customers
Case Study: Sarah Wells and fear of new tariffs
Credits and final sponsor messages
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