Mail Tips 1 - Avoid using red envelopes or very dark envelopes. The post office uses red ink to mark your stamp and for other notices. Well guess what? The red ink can't be seen on dark envelopes.

Mail Tips 2 - When entering contests or filling out forms, you can change the spelling of your name. This way, if you receive a piece of mail with that misspelling, you'll know that company sold your information.

Mail Tips 3 - Think your mail looks suspicious? Is your mail missing a return address? Does it have a strange odor? Does it have excessive postage? Don't open it, smell it, taste it, or shake it. Isolate the package, wash your hands, and call the authorities. It's better to be safe than sorry.

Mail Tips 4 - Use Zip+4 zip codes to ensure that your package will arrive promptly.

Mail Tips 5 - Do not mail a thick object in a letter envelope. It could be rejected by the postal service. Sometimes the object is damaged as a result because they run these envelopes through automated machines. If ever in doubt, be on the safe side and just use a small box.

Mail Tips 6 - Are you bulk mailing? Don't forget to check with your post office for bulk rates.

Mail Tips 7 - It's better to type addresses than use hand-written addresses. Hand-writing is sometimes hard for mailmen to read. It increases the chances of your letter or package not arriving in a timely manner.

Mail Tips 8 - Take good care of your mailman. They have a hard job. Offer them a drink now and then. If you have a curbside mailbox, be sure not to park in the way of the mail truck.

Mail Tips 9 - When shipping express letters or packages, be sure to save all receipts. You'll need them for insurance purposes if anything were to happen to the mail along the way.

Mail Tips 10 - Be sure to include as much information as possible on the envelope. Some people leave out "Street" or "Road". Some people leave out the country name when shipping outside of their country.

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