Stock up on Forever stamps!
On May 12, the U.S. Postal Service will increase the price of a first-class stamp to 42 cents. In 2007, when they raised the rate from 39 to 41 cents, they introduced the “Forever stamp” which sells for 41 cents. This stamp, as its name implies, can be used even after a rate increase.
Why the postal service went this route, I don’t know. But I’m planning to take advantage of it.
According to this page on the Postal Service’s website, they’ve printed 5 billion Forever stamps to meet demand.
You can go online to the USPS website to order your stamps. There will be a $1 handling fee, but for me it’s worth it for the convenience. Start here to order your Forever stamps. I just ordered 200, figuring I can use them for my holiday cards and save a few bucks.
It’s a small thing, but a nice little example of how being organized (that is, organized enough to plan ahead) can save some money.
Tagged with: belt-tightening, deadlines, planning
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