Stamps Prices Are Going Up This Month (Grab Yours Before July 13th!)
Another stamp price increase is on its way. Here’s what you need to know.
Heads up! On July 13th, the USPS is raising the price of First-Class Forever Stamps from 73¢ to 78¢. Prices on metered letters, postcards, and international mail are also increasing by nearly 8%.
Hip Tip: Grab some Forever Stamps now at the current price! You can shop stamp sheets and books online (USPS offers free standard shipping, though there is a small handling fee), or skip the cost and grab them in person at your local post office, grocery store, or bank.
The proposed Mailing Services price changes include:
Looking to save on shipping?
Consider using Media Mail when eligible. Media Mail is a shipping service offered by the USPS that can be used to send non-time-sensitive, educational materials. These can include items like books, educational references, CDs, DVDs, and more. Check the USPS website for a full list of eligible items.
If your items qualify, Media Mail starts at just $4.13 and costs way less than other USPS options. Just keep in mind that in exchange for the low price, Media Mail shipments take a little longer to be delivered, typically between 2-8 business days.
If you ship packages frequently, you may also want to consider joining the FedEx Rewards program to snag discounts of 15% – 30% off your shipments. If you prefer UPS, the shipping service offers discounts to AAA and AARP members.
Try Pirate ship too. This is a fantastic service. I needed to send something next day air and saved 50% by using it compared to walking into a UPS store
Thanks for the helpful suggestion, Leslie! Good to know how much you’ve been able to save with that service!