Happy Thanksgiving From LetterStream

Happy Thanksgiving from us to you!

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on what truly matters, and for us, it’s all about the connections we help create. As a printing and mailing company, we’re in the unique position of ensuring important communications reach their destinations—whether it’s a, a vital notice, or a business-critical letter or a community update letter. This season, we’re pausing to express our gratitude for the people and partnerships that make it all possible.

From our loyal customers to our dedicated team and the tools that keep everything running, there’s so much to be thankful for. Let’s take a moment to celebrate what makes this work so meaningful.

Grateful for Our Customers: The Heart of What We Do

To our customers: you’re the reason we load up trays with letters, secure every envelope flap, and obsess over getting mail out in a timely matter. Whether you’re an HOA sending out annual meeting notices or a business managing critical mailings, you trust us with your communication—and that’s something we never take lightly.

Your loyalty, creativity, and understanding keep us motivated. We love hearing about how our services make your job a little easier, how our platform simplifies your processes, and, occasionally, how we’ve saved the day with last-minute jobs. (We do love a good mailing miracle!)

We’re also grateful for your feedback. Your suggestions and insights help us innovate, improve, and continue offering the best possible solutions for your needs.

Appreciating Our Employees: The People Behind the Process

Behind every perfectly addressed envelope is a team of dedicated people who make the magic happen. Our employees are the glue that binds (sometimes literally, depending on the adhesive situation) everything together. They’re the ones who ensure precision in printing, accuracy in mailing, and a smooth process from start to finish.

We’re especially thankful for their creativity and energy. From solving tricky logistical challenges to bringing a little fun into the workplace (we’re still talking about that pumpkin carving contest), our team doesn’t just do great work—they do it with heart.

Gratitude for the Little Things That Make a Big Difference

Sometimes, it’s the smallest details that bring the greatest sense of satisfaction. Like the smooth closure of a neatly sealed envelope or the precise alignment of text on a freshly printed page. These little moments remind us of the craftsmanship behind every piece of mail. We’re thankful for the tools, technology, and materials that allow us to deliver quality and care in every job we handle.

We’re also thankful for the moments of connection we get to share. Even though we’re a tech-savvy company, there’s something timeless and personal about physical mail. Knowing that we help businesses and communities stay connected—whether through invoices, newsletters, or heartfelt holiday cards—reminds us why we do what we do.

Looking Forward with Gratitude

As we wrap up another year (and maybe a few extra pieces of pie), we’re reminded of how lucky we are to be part of your journey. Whether you’re a long-time customer or just discovering us, thank you for choosing us as your printing and mailing partner.

As you gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, we want you to know how much we appreciate you. We’re truly grateful for the incredible people, meaningful projects, and lasting partnerships that make our work so rewarding. This season is a reminder of the connections we’ve built together, and for that, we’re deeply thankful.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us! May your day be full of gratitude, good food, and maybe even a perfectly stamped envelope or two.

LetterStream is an online printing and mailing service company, offering bulk printing and mailing business mailing solutions for businesses of all sizes, from those with small business mailing needs to Fortune 500 companies that want to send mail online. Be sure to sign up for a FREE account to check us out.

Get to Know LetterStream’s Pricing to Send a Letter Online

A quality we really pride ourselves in over here at LetterStream is understanding that transparency is a key component when it comes to choosing a solution to print and mail out your letters, along with one that fits seamlessly into your budget.

Recently we received an excellent question from one of our valued customers. They were asking about the monthly and yearly costs associated with our services. Although our pricing is pretty simple, we figured it would be beneficial to break it down a bit more here on the blog for our current customers and potential new customers to help alleviate any confusion.

So, let’s dive into it.

Our Pricing Philosophy: Free Access, Only Pay for Mailings – What?!

We’re extremely proud to offer a straightforward pricing model for our services based on USPS mail prices. If you’re wondering about the price to send a letter through LetterStream, keep on reading.

Our basic services come with zero monthly or annual fees – that’s right, it’s absolutely FREE to access our website and experiment with all the mail-making features.

And no, this isn’t a joke, we promise. You only incur costs when you have a specific mailing job. So, if you don’t send mail in a given month, you won’t pay a dime. It’s really that simple.

Mailing Costs: Affordable and Customizable

Ok, let’s talk about the price of mailing a letter and the costs associated with it. When it comes to printing and mailing online, we keep the costs simple.

For instance, sending a one-page letter printed in black ink on 8.5″ x 11″ and mailed via USPS First-Class Mail starts at $1.13 each. Similarly, if you want to send Certified Mail via the USPS, those start at $7.34. You can also send USPS Certified Mail with an electronic mailing receipt for an added price. If you’re looking for super fast delivery that’s where FedEx 2Day comes into play and starts at only $13.50. We also have cheaper options where you can easily send a postcard that will cost you a mere $.78.

Basically, it’s a pay-as-you-go system, ensuring that you only pay for the mailings you send.

Try Before You Buy

We encourage you to give our print and mail services a try – for free! Here’s an extra perk we forgot to mention. No credit card is needed to experience the full functionality of our website. It’s so simple to take advantage of our easy-to-use interface, explore the advanced features, and see if LetterStream meets your needs.

We purposefully designed our pricing model with simplicity, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in mind.

Additional Features

Now that we’ve covered our free pricing subscription (again mailing cost and service of sending a job only), let’s dive a little bit deeper. We take pride in offering more than just mailing services. Our platform is equipped with several additional features to enhance your experience when you sign up:

Trained AI Chatbot to answer questions 24/7. Although this one is available on our website in the bottom right-hand corner even if you aren’t a member.
Traditional help pages and videos are instantly available.
Multiple-user access.
Various user-access roles.
Reporting offered by user, department and job type.
Mailing jobs guaranteed to go out on time.
Easy-to-use interface.
Different types of perforated/perf paper to select from.
Return envelope options.
Can accommodate all types of jobs, including Fist-Class Mail, Certified Mail, FedEx, Postcards, Registered Mail and Flats.
Easy-to-use ‘Search’ feature to find any job or recipient that you’ve mailed to.
And, of course, our extreme commitment to excellence to serve our customers.

For an added cost, here are some more advanced options that can be accessed:

Load a document of variable page count per recipient and we’ll sort it out for you.
Address List Cleanup to help reduce undeliverable mail.
Ability to send an email copy in addition to a letter for $0.20.

If you’re visiting us for the first time and want to get in on all the cool features we offer and to help you get your mailings out the door, then comment below for a new customer promo code to get $10 free added to your account to test out sending a letter online.

To learn more about Certified Mail prices, First-Class Mail prices and other services we offer, click here.

What You Need to Know About the January 21, 2024 USPS Postage Increase

Well, it seems to be that time of year again. The time when the United States Postal Service (USPS) has a postage rate increase. If you’re feeling like this is happening a lot, well, you’re not wrong. The Postal Service raised their prices twice in 2021, 2022 and 2023 and now we’re starting off 2024 with another USPS postage increase.

January 2024 USPS Postage Price Increase

Effective January 21, 2024, the cost of mailing letters, packages, and other USPS services will climb slightly across the board. While the average increase sits at a modest 4.3%, it’s still cause for pause, especially for businesses and high-volume senders.

Here’s a Breakdown of the Key Changes for the Postage Rate Increase in January 2024:

First-Class postage increase for letters (1 oz.) is going up from $0.66 up to $0.68 cents
Certified Mail Postage is going from $4.35 up to $4.40
Certified Mail | Add-On Electronic Return Receipt price is going from $2.20 up to $2.32
Certified Mail | Add-On Green Card price is going from $3.55 up to $3.65
International Letters (1 oz.) are going from $1.50 up to $1.55
Domestic Postcards are going from $0.51 up, to $0.53
International Postcards are going from $1.50 up to $1.55
Registered Mail is going from $20.25 up to $20.75
Registered Mail | Add-On Electronic Return Receipt price is going from $5.65 up to $5.80
Extra Ounces (Letters) staying at $0.24
Extra Ounces (Flats) staying at $0.24
First-Class Mail Forever Stamp is $0.68

How to Handle the USPS Postage Increase?

These adjustments, while seemingly small, can accumulate over time, impacting both individuals and businesses. So, what can you do to navigate the new United States Postal Service postage increase?

Shop around: Not everything has to be sent via USPS. You may want to look at other options, such as FedEx 2Day to send a letter. You might be surprised at the fact that there’s another service with a faster delivery option.

Embrace technology: Leverage online shipping tools and platforms to compare rates, Make your life easier and more convenient and track your letters efficiently. Remember, time is money and removing the hassle of making trips to the Post Office to send your letter or to buy stamps is something to embrace on its own! Hi! LetterStream here. This is exactly what we do!

The 2024 USPS postage increase is a reality, but it doesn’t have to derail your mailing habits. By being informed and adaptable, you can adjust your strategies, find smarter solutions, and keep your letters moving without breaking the bank. Remember, a little planning and resourcefulness can go a long way in the ever-evolving world of postage.

LetterStream Is on Your Side!

For customers familiar with our process, you know we do raise our prices each time the USPS raises their rates. But our increase is only the amount needed to cover the added postage costs. So, while your bill might look a little higher, the extra money is only going to the United States Postal Service. LetterStream seldom raises our prices and works hard to keep your prices locked in for the long haul so that your mailing budget is consistent and predictable. If you want to send First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, postcards, or FedEx envelopes for any of your secure and important documents just remember that we’re on your side!

Keep in mind, if you’re looking for an electronic way to send your statements, we provide an email delivery service (eDoc Delivery), which allows you to send your documents via email directly through your LetterStream account. This can be done in place of real mail or in addition to your snail mail. If you’d like more information or if you’d like to add this product to your account, please feel free to send us an email at support@letterstream.com.

Now it’s your turn: How will these changes affect your mailing habits? Are you already preparing for the next postage increase? Share your thoughts and cost-saving tips in the comments below! Let’s help each other navigate the new postage landscape together.

Click here to review the USPS 2024 postage rate press release and click here to download the complete list of 2024 USPS postage rate changes.

Just a friendly reminder about a little pro tip we have: if you would like to get the old pricing but don’t want to send your mailing out before the effective Jan 21, 2024 date, you can always use our schedule job option to schedule your job to be mailed on a future date! That way you’ll still get the current (old pricing) but it won’t go out until the date you choose.

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to our loyal customers and Happy New Year to those who may be just joining us or thinking about joining us here at LetterStream!

As we reflect back on this past year we can’t help but be so grateful for you, our incredible team and the continued growth of this printing and mailing company that we know and love as LetterStream.

LetterStream started back in 2003 (Woah! How cool) and now as we’re here embracing the new year of 2024, it’s fun to reflect on how far we have come.

A Look Ahead at 2024

We’re also excited about all the plans we have for 2024. We’re in the process of revamping our website and blog and we’re excited to keep implementing new processes that aid in the customer experience. Last year we introduced our new chatbot that enhanced how customers can get answers in real-time, along with new printing and mailing updates that served our customer base. Keep checking back in on our blog to see what new updates we have for you in 2024!

Printing and Mailing Tradeshows and Beyond

This year we plan on attending some tradeshows throughout the nation that pertain to the print industry, mailing industry, printing and mailing industry and the SAAS (Software as a Service) industry, along with shows that focus on HOA’s (Homeowner’s Associations) and law firms. Again, be sure to check back here on the blog to find out which shows we’ll be attending. We’d love to have you come stop our booth and say hi if you’ll be there as well!

We’re Here for You!

We hope this next year is full of abundance both personally and professionally. Remember we’re here for you to send out your First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, postcards, statements and invoices, flat envelope mailings and even FedEx 2Day mailings! Check out our 2024 Postal Holiday Calendar to see when we’re open and mailing even when the USPS (United States Postal Service) is closed! Yes, there are holidays where we can still send out mail!

Wishing you a very Happy New Year!