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In-Depth Resources to Navigate US Tariffs & Crowdfunding

LaunchBoom’s mission is to help creators turn their product ideas into real businesses. During this rapidly changing time with tariffs, that mission feels more true than ever.

Below you'll find a collection of resources:

  1. In-depth guides on tariffs and crowdfunding that we'll continue to expand.
  2. Upcoming & past live events for you to join or replay.
  3. Resources from the around the web that have been helpful for us and we hope will be helpful for you.

If you ever want to chat with us directly, don't hesitate to reach out at hello@launchboom.com.

Articles & Guides

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(updated May 12)

The Complete Guide to US Tariffs and Crowdfunding

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Why You Shouldn't Delay Your Crowdfunding Campaign

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Navigating U.S Tariffs 4/17 Webinar Recording

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Resources

Crowdfunding Platforms

Here are updates from the crowdfunding platforms:

  • Kickstarter: 
    • Introducing the Kickstarter Tariff Manager (link)
    • Navigating Tariffs and Shipping Costs: Tips for Kickstarter Creators (link)
    • Shipping & Fulfillment Strategies for Creators Facing Tariff Changes (link)
  • BackerKit
    • Introducing the BackerKit Tariff Manager (link) 
  • Gamefound
    • New Tools in Progress (link)

 

Tabletop Games

  • Jamey Stegmaier: The Math of Tariffs (link)
    • Jamey breaks down how he views the math of tariffs affecting tabletop games.


Print (TTRPGs, Graphic Novels, Manga, & Comics)

  • Comic Book Legal Defense Fund: Why Trump’s Tariffs Should Not Apply to Graphic Novels, Manga, and Comics: The Book Ban Connection (pt. 2) (link)
    • This is not legal advice, but the author makes a compelling argument as to why print products should be excluded from the current tariffs.

 

 

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