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As SELFs senior commerce writer, I understand the importance of shopping wisely.
What are tariffs?
Tariffs are essentiallytaxesthat US-based companies have to pay when they import goods.
When tariffs rise, companies may pass those additional costs along to their consumers.
Where will we see the biggest impact?
Are the tariffs actually negotiable?
When, exactly, will goods get more expensive for Americans (and to what extent)?
Itsanxiety-inducingto deal with so many unknowns, especially when your money is concerned.
Below weve included a few things in our own virtual carts that might get pricier in the future.
But several SELF staffers are considering upgrading their devices sooner rather than later.
My TV is on its last legs, so Im frantically researching its replacement, one said.
Pre-tariffs, I was hoping to wait for Memorial Day sales, but now it feels risky to wait.
I personally have my K-beauty holy grails on the brain too.
