Posts by Brian Wilson7

I’d never agree to those shipping rates myself; I could buy something brand new for that much money instead.
Shipping shouldn't cost more than $5.00. A package costs $4.25 for a value of $27 and weighs up to 5 kg. For anything else, you can calculate the price on the website. I don't understand what $13 is even paying for.
When you ship it as a package, you get a standard confirmation. If the package gets lost, you're reimbursed the full declared value.

I honestly can't recall exactly when that happened $10, but I've been sending these out for three years now and it was always $5.00 until about six or seven months ago
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It used to be $5.00, but now it’s 8/13 for $27 and weighs up to 11 lbs

Sophia Newman said:I have a question.
I sent a certified package. It wasn't picked up because the recipient was away for a week, and her husband couldn't sign for it without power of attorney.
It hasn't been returned to me yet, but the recipient let me know what happened.
Will I be charged extra shipping fees when I pick it up since it’s being returned? No one paid for the return trip, so I'm not sure if they'll demand more money from me before I can get it back. 🤷

By the way, I don't know why local USPS branches started limiting their hours to 8 AM - 3 PM.
I guess that schedule is just for retirees and people out of work...

That's how it's been in small towns for a hundred years; they didn't just start doing this now.

Of course you have to pack it yourself. Just put everything into one box, wrap it up, and tie it with twine. For items up to 11 lbs with a value of $27, the cost is $13.08. If the value is higher, it will cost more; you can calculate the exact rate on the USPS website

You have to fill out the slip and hand it in when you pay. That way, if the recipient doesn't end up getting it, we can clearly see where the holdup happened.

Don't send it as registered mail. Instead, go with the package option; it'll cost you exactly $4.25 provided it weighs under 11 pounds and the total value stays under $27
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You could also just use a large padded envelope. Weigh it at home first, then check the rates for registered mail at the local Post Office. If the envelope is cheaper, go that route.
Just keep in mind that the envelope itself will run you about $1.25
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Take the whole package, grab an envelope, and head over to USPS.com to run the numbers. Compare the standard parcel rate against the certified mail option; the cheapest and most reliable bet will be shipping it as a regular package. $4.25

Ashley Perez50 said:I've been reading up on this, and it's not true that the post office can't set requirements for how you ship things.
If your packaging isn't up to code, they won't accept it, and you're going to have a bad time.
Boxes need to be wrapped in solid-colored paper and tied with twine; items inside shouldn't be rattling around loose.
Also, if an envelope is sent via certified mail, you aren't supposed to seal it with scotch tape.
When shipping internationally, you have to declare exactly what's in the package at the USPS counter.
These are just the rules as I understand them.🙂

Well, mine is taped up all over the place and goes through certified mail just fine.

It doesn't have to be a padded envelope; a standard one works just fine, though there's a higher risk of it tearing along the way.

You can't just send it loose in a bag. At least wrap it in some paper, add some padding, and ship it off.
I usually put most things in a bag, then inside a shoebox with some wrapping paper and padding. For smaller or lighter items, I just use a padded envelope.

No, you should just use standard USPS mail
If you want HP Express or City Express, they use delivery vans and usually arrive the same day or the next, but it'll cost you more

Of all the garnishments on a paycheck, child support is satisfied in full first, followed by everything else like loans or other claims.

You can easily send money directly to her address using a money order; she'll walk you through all the details at the post office.

I rarely put in a claim, and they usually process it without any issues; it all just comes down to the staff at the service counter.

They’re pretty clever, aren't they?
And you end up footing the bill for shipping again. It honestly feels intentional, like they want people to pay twice. You really have to stand your ground and demand free shipping; if I were there, I’d cause quite a scene at the post office.

Rachel Kern26 said:I can't tell if I'm just being overly paranoid about people here, or if everyone else feels this way too... 😳
I read about the cash-on-delivery option earlier, and I get it—when you're sending stuff to a stranger, you want to know they'll actually pay.
But what about the buyers? For instance, what if I pay and then open the box to find something totally different from what I ordered? Getting a box full of junk would be a nightmare. 🙂

Can I just open the package right in front of the delivery driver and tell them it's wrong? Like, make them take it back and get my money back immediately? 😁

If that's how you feel, just don't buy anything here. Go to a local store and pick out exactly what you want.

It sucks when someone rips you off or an item isn't what you expected, but that's just the risk you take with online shopping.

I sent a small box containing powder samples over to Canada once. Usually, you just have to specify the contents on the envelope
I don't know anything else about it.

If a package goes missing, who gets the refund—the sender or the recipient?

Check with other banks; some might not require insurance
I think your only real option at that point is finding a co-signer. A mortgage and your salary alone won't cut it.