There are changes on the horizon that affect direct mail, and Mellady Direct Marketing wants to ensure that you are prepared for the postage increase.
The Postal Regulatory Commission recently approved new price increases of an overall 1.937% for the U.S. Postal Service’s postage rates, going into effect on May 31.
Rate changes are taking place among the major service classes of First-Class Mail, Standard Mail, Periodicals, and Package Services.
Take Note of the Numbers
• Metered First-Class letters: Up a half-cent to 48.5 cents
• First-Class Postcards: from $.34 to $.35
• A 2.1% increase on Nonprofit Automation Letter Mail rates
• First-Class Mail, Additional Ounce: from $.21 to $.22
• 1-Ounce First-Class Flats: Increase to $.98 ($1.20 for 2-ounce)
• Single First-Class 1-ounce stamps (and “Forever” stamps) remain at $.49
Mellady Direct Marketing can help you navigate these changes. With nearly 30 years of expertise in mailing, we are well-equipped to process your mailing to achieve the best possible postage rates, searching for all possible postal rate discounts that may apply. In the face of rate increases, every cent we can save you makes a difference. We are committed to ensuring your mailing not only arrives on time, but also with the best possible rate.
Whether you have questions about how the rate increases will affect your mailing, or are ready to move ahead on a new direct mail job, contact us today at connect@melladydirect.com or (661) 298-9190.
