Maria Fagerland, Author at Stamps.com Thu, 01 May 2025 16:15:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.stamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/180x180.svg Maria Fagerland, Author at Stamps.com 32 32 Newfound Flexibility: Mail and Ship on Your Terms https://www.stamps.com/article/mail-and-ship-on-your-terms/ Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=250119 You know running a small business requires juggling countless tasks. Between client work, doing your own sales prospecting, managing your own accounting, even the most mundane activities can be a burden on your precious time. The usual way of shipping and mailing with limited schedules, inconvenient locations, and unpredictable wait times can significantly hinder productivity. […]

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]]> What Are Demand Surcharges and How Do They Affect My Mailing & Shipping Costs? https://www.stamps.com/article/what-are-demand-surcharges/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:47:52 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=249518 Have you noticed that your mailing and shipping costs change even when you’re sending the same package to the same place? One key reason for these fluctuations is something called demand surcharges. What are demand surcharges? Demand surcharges are extra fees that shipping carriers add during busy times when demand for shipping is high. These […]

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]]> How much does Stamps.com cost? https://www.stamps.com/article/stamps-com-cost/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=249500 At Stamps.com, it’s an honor to serve more than 400,000 customers who rely on our platform daily for all their mailing and shipping needs. From small businesses and complex multi-location operations to accounting and legal firms, we’re proud of how our platform adapts to the diverse needs of our customers.  Whether you’re a solopreneur or large-scale […]

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]]> How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, & USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing https://www.stamps.com/article/dynamic-pricing/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:31:00 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=249491 Historically, postage rates have been fixed. However, a significant shift is underway this year, as more carriers are adopting dynamic pricing models. This means that rates are no longer fixed but are adjusted in real-time based on various factors. These changes can make mailing and shipping difficult for businesses to keep up with and navigate. […]

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]]> The Best Mailing and Shipping Software for Business Owners https://www.stamps.com/article/shipping-software-for-small-business/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=249451 Business owners spend their days juggling multiple roles. From managing customers to tending to administrative functions, there’s no such thing as a small task. Every minute counts–especially for those who work around the clock–which makes finding efficient, simple solutions key to staying ahead. Stamps.com is the simple way to send, providing businesses with new time […]

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]]> USPS 2024 Holiday Shipping Rate Increase https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-2024-holiday-surcharges/ https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-2024-holiday-surcharges/#respond Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:31:29 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=247748 The United States Postal Service (USPS) is temporarily raising rates for select package services from October 6th to January 19th. This is a common practice among major carriers like FedEx and UPS during the holiday season to accommodate the surge in shipping volume and maintain service quality. Commercial Pricing vs. Stamps.com Discounts As a reminder […]

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]]> https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-2024-holiday-surcharges/feed/ 0 2024 USPS Rate and Service Changes https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-rate-change/ https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-rate-change/#respond Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:46:34 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=247955 Last updated September 10, 2024 At least once a year – and sometimes multiple times a year –  the United States Postal Service (USPS®) changes postage rates. At Stamps.com, we value transparency and strive to keep you updated on rate changes that can have an impact on your mailing and shipping expenses.  This blog will […]

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]]> https://www.stamps.com/article/usps-rate-change/feed/ 0 Stamps.com Research Shows the Role Mail Plays in How America Communicates https://www.stamps.com/article/mail-still-matters/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:34:26 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=249207 In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s easy to overlook the enduring value of traditional mail. However, at Stamps.com, we’re always curious about the important role of mail in today’s digital world. So, we commissioned a survey of 500 consumers to get to the bottom of it.  Survey says? Physical mail continues to play a significant […]

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]]> 5 Selling Tips For Amazon Prime Day https://www.stamps.com/article/5-selling-tips-for-amazon-prime-day/ https://www.stamps.com/article/5-selling-tips-for-amazon-prime-day/#respond Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.stamps.com/?p=246476 Get ready, because Amazon Prime Day 2023 is just around the corner! Scheduled for July 11-12th, this year’s Prime Day is expected to surpass last year’s remarkable $3.5 billion in sales for third-party sellers. Top-selling items are predicted to include post-pandemic essentials such as luggage, makeup, and apparel, along with in-demand products that faced shortages […]

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