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Everything you need to know about postage

Postage is the most commonly used manner in which to send correspondence to others. Sending mail requires payment and postage provides the payment in a non-monetary form, right on the material being sent, so that the delivery personnel are aware that the payment to send the correspondence is complete.

Complete delivery of a piece of mail will not occur if the postage fee is not paid, or if the postage fee paid is insufficient. The mail can be delivered to the recipient with no postage paid or insufficient payment, but then the recipient assumes the responsibility for paying the amount due to complete the transaction. If the recipient refuses to pay, the piece of correspondence will be returned to the original sender, with the request to pay the postage or pay the correct amount.

Postage price will vary, according to how quickly a piece of mail needs to be delivered, as well as the size of the piece of mail and/or package being sent. Standard (or more commonly known as first-class) delivery takes an average of 2 to 4 days throughout the US depending on the distance between the sender and the recipient. If the sender wishes to have a guaranteed 2-day delivery, the rate will increase to as much as 11 dollars or more, depending on the size of the envelope/package. There is also the option to have postage purchased that will allow a package to be delivered overnight, which can cost up to about 20 dollars, again depending on package size.

Postage can also be purchased in bulk, if a postage meter is being used. For businesses, this may be the most advantageous way to purchase postage. It minimizes trips to the post office for purchase of postage and allows for more accurate postage payment.

Whether you are an individual or a business, understanding how to use postage and the best ways to purchase postage are necessary to send correspondence. Postage is also unique when in the form of a stamp (for regular mail) in that it gives the opportunity to contribute to the community, should you wish to do so. Postage stamps for particular causes are always available for purchase. The total price of the stamp is slightly above the established price for a stamp, and the difference goes to support the cause that the stamp is advertising. It is a nice way to take a daily activity and turn it into a way to contribute to a good cause.