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Now that you know all of the basics about shipping packages and where you can obtain free supplies, here are a few quick tips to help recap all of the ways to save money when shipping items.

How to Save Money on Shipping Expenses for eBay & Online Retail

1. Print labels online. Even though there are some costs of doing this (ink, paper, tape, etc.), you will come out better because of the reduced Delivery & Signature Confirmation fees & you can save time by not waiting in line.

2. Take advantage of all of your free resources for boxes, packing materials, envelopes, etc. Again, use resources such as USPS.com, re-using boxes & envelopes, and by recycling packing materials.

3. Always take time to find the cheapest method of shipping. Of course, if you are selling items online, you can always offer the different services & let the buyer choose & pay additional charges.

4. Always make sure the box isn’t too large for the item. You can always trim the box down. This can also save money if the weight drops below a certain bracket (for instance, if you have a box that weighs 5 pounds & 2 ounces, try cutting it down to make it 5 pounds or less. This alone could save as much as $2-$5.

5. Always remember Flat Rate Boxes & Envelopes. If postage will cost more than $8.10, but will fit in a flat rate box, always use the flat rate box. This way you get to use the free box, save money, & the customer will get the item within 2-3 days.

6. Always count your costs!! Remember if you can save even $0.10 by re-using a box or shipping a cheaper method, it is worth it! That means if you saved $0.10 on every shipping transaction, and throughout your whole life you shipped 100,000 packages, you would have saved $10,000- that’s enough to buy a car!

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There are several materials that can be used as a packing material for shipping packages. Some of the most common materials include: Packing peanuts, air-filled bags, bubble wrap, and Styrofoam.

If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, you can check local retail stores. If you are a business, then you can save money by finding local suppliers that can provide these items at a lower price. Of course, any of these items can be great for shipping, but if you do not already have these items, they can be an extra (and unnecessary) expense. So how can you package an item securely for free?

Free Packing Materials

One way to get “free” packaging material is to simply collect newspapers, local trade papers, and any unwanted magazines. Rather than throwing these items away, you can save them for later shipping use. Most stores will have classified papers, real estate magazines, etc. for free. I always grab one when I am out, read it (and sometimes buy items from them), and then I will store them for shipping use. They are a great way to protect packages from damage.

Another great source of “free” packing materials are those pesky plastic bags you get from the local retail/grocery store. Over time, these bags can start to pile up. Instead of throwing them away, store them and use them as a packaging material for shipping. Not only are they “free,” but they are lightweight which could reduce you shipping expense.

Now that you know about what packing materials to use, what about printing shipping labels online? Click below to find out.

How to Print Shipping Labels

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