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Youre not imagining it.

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That way, you could be an informed consumer.

What Youre Paying Now

Several price increases have occurred over the last ten years.

The Impact of the Price Increase

So, what do these price increases mean for your finances?

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That depends on the volume of mail and packages you send out.

For example, say you bought ten stamps per month in 2014 for $4.90.

That year, you spent $58.80 to mail letters.

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Fast forward to today, and your annual cost jumps to $87.60 to send those same envelopes.

Shipping packages will put an even bigger dent in your bank account.

Now, youd pay $2,364 to ship the same packages.

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This shift often means prioritizing essential shipments, seekingalternative shipping methodsor renegotiating terms with providers.

Many have turned to private carriers likeUPS and FedEx, as well as regional couriers.

By switching, businesses and consumers can save significantly on shipping costs.

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