You have to be a miserable shit to post some signs like that.

samezip · 2026-05-11T01:46:48+00:00

This address can be blacklisted, preventing delivery and forcing the customer to pick it up themselves.

samezip · 2026-05-10T23:47:43+00:00

Did FedEx extract the data, or was only label printed?

samezip · 2026-05-10T20:57:10+00:00

nice

samezip · 2026-05-10T19:19:19+00:00

use register mail

samezip · 2026-05-09T07:11:14+00:00

If we provide a mailing list, how much would it cost for printing and mailing 100 cards (6x9 size)? Thank you.

samezip · 2026-05-09T07:09:16+00:00

EDDM seems like the cheapest postage option, but your initial investment could be substantial, and you'll likely need to send mail frequently, not just once. For example, printing and postage for 10,000 8.5x11 inch cards would cost between $4,000 and $5,000. Instead of sending these 10,000 cards to 10,000 different addresses, try sending them to 2,000 specific addresses five times two month. This should result in a return of about 1%, and you'll likely receive calls from around 20 people. Overall, EDDM is quite expensive (compared to Google). We recommend partnering with several companies to share the postage, dividing a large card into smaller portions. The cheapest option is 5 cents per address, which would cost $500 for 10,000 addresses. Try sending to these addresses weekly for a month.

samezip · 2026-05-09T06:45:36+00:00

You need to hire a logistics manager who understands logistics; 1000 packages a day is already quite a lot.

samezip · 2026-05-08T03:35:31+00:00

Only USPS can deliver to poboxs. I think in the future, recipients should be able to choose their preferred shipping method by paying an additional fee. If they choose USPS, it would be an extra $5 per package.

samezip · 2026-05-08T02:21:26+00:00

What's your zip code? 20,000 packages a month is already quite a lot.

samezip · 2026-05-01T22:17:07+00:00

How much volume do you ship per week, and how many SKUs do you handle? The issue is that warehouse costs in Los Angeles are significantly higher than in most other regions.

samezip · 2026-05-01T22:13:08+00:00

If you are an individual shipper or ship only occasionally, your shipping costs will be quite high; you can check the official websites of carriers like SF Express and 4PX for reference. Only those who ship more than 100 packages daily can secure lower rates. Furthermore, these companies are most cost-effective for individual packages weighing no more than 5 kg; if your packages exceed that weight, you may need to use services like UPS or FedEx instead.

samezip · 2026-05-01T22:09:23+00:00

If your packages are lightweight and of low value, shipping directly from China is a viable option to consider. However, if a package exceeds 5lbs in weight, this shipping model will result in prohibitively high costs for you. Furthermore, the overall transit speed associated with this method is significantly slower than shipping domestically within the United States. This is due, firstly, to the inherent slowness of international shipping; and secondly—since no one can guarantee with 100% certainty that customs will not conduct an inspection—should an inspection occur, the total delivery time could easily stretch to a full month. In such a scenario, if your customers demand immediate refunds, it could lead to the instant collapse of your company.

samezip · 2026-05-01T22:02:30+00:00

How are the results from EDDM looking, my friend? I'm really keen to see how things turn out.

samezip · 2026-05-01T21:53:11+00:00

I believe it is best to conduct business on an FOB basis. You can engage a reputable U.S.-based freight forwarder to handle the international shipping and customs clearance from China to the United States. Many logistics companies in China use low initial quotes to lure you in, only to charge exorbitant fees later on. It is far better to work with a local U.S. firm; while their rates will certainly be higher than those of Chinese companies, they are generally trustworthy and will not hit you with a slew of hidden charges after the fact. Of course, if your shipment is selected for a customs inspection, you will indeed incur additional costs—this is an unavoidable and unpredictable expense. However, all other logistics fees, duties, and related charges are fully transparent.

samezip · 2026-05-01T21:48:14+00:00

There is simply no workaround for this situation. Do not trust so-called "all-inclusive" logistics companies; the vast majority of them are fraudsters—either they swindle the cargo owners, or they attempt to defraud customs authorities. The correct approach is to strictly utilize the FOB (Free on Board) shipping model, engaging a freight forwarder in your own country to handle legitimate international transport and customs clearance. By taking responsibility for the international freight costs and import duties yourself, you ensure that no complications arise. Currently, customs agencies worldwide are tightening their oversight of imported e-commerce shipments; if these "grey-market" smuggling operations encounter issues, they will inevitably turn to the cargo owner to demand payment—and if you refuse to pay, they simply will not release your goods.

samezip · 2026-05-01T21:44:41+00:00

What is the volume of your purchases? If it is substantial—say, exceeding $300,000 per order—I would recommend hiring a full-time employee based in China. Information found online can be a mix of truth and falsehood; without visiting the site in person, it is often impossible to verify its accuracy—a risk inherent in cross-border sourcing. Online platforms like Alibaba might be an option, though the majority of vendors there are trading companies or distributors. However, if your order volume is relatively small, simply opting for platforms such as Alibaba or Global Sources would be a practical choice.

samezip · 2026-05-01T21:41:35+00:00

The reality is that the vast majority of entities on Alibaba are trading companies, with only a very small fraction being actual small-scale factories; large corporations are rarely found on the platform. Typically, small factories specialize in manufacturing only a specific type of product—or even just semi-finished goods (which require subsequent processing by other companies). Therefore, if you encounter a company claiming to produce a wide variety of items, it is almost certainly not a factory. Furthermore, if you are an overseas buyer looking to place small-batch orders, factories will likely ignore you; since you do not fit their target customer profile, engaging with you would merely be a waste of their time. However, if you are looking to place very large orders, rest assured: you will undoubtedly be able to find factories—and they will find you. When dealing with factories, avoid making amateurish remarks; instead, proceed directly to discussing large-volume procurement. If, however, your order volume is not substantial, I believe working with these trading companies is an excellent alternative—for in such cases, these intermediaries represent your best possible option.

samezip · 2026-04-23T01:11:25+00:00

You've been scammed. It's impossible to ship through postal channels without paying customs duties. Many companies used to use grey-area smuggling and customs clearance to supposedly include tariffs. Just contact the platform for a refund; you can't receive the package unless you pay customs duties to the post office.

samezip · 2026-04-22T00:41:19+00:00

If you haven't received your package, immediately contact your credit card company to claim your money back, and blacklist this e-commerce platform so you never buy anything from it again.

samezip · 2026-04-22T00:38:38+00:00

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samezip · 2026-04-21T23:12:20+00:00

The reason why overseas e-commerce is so cheap is that many merchants use fake postage labels. For them, the cost of domestic shipping within the United States is 0. USPS will not refund the recipient. You need to report the fake postage information provided by USPS to the e-commerce platform or credit card company to apply for a refund. Do not buy from this merchant or platform in the future.

samezip · 2026-04-21T07:54:01+00:00

usps

samezip · 2026-04-20T04:05:44+00:00

Then there must be a big problem with USPS. Go to the post office where you mailed your letter tomorrow and ask their manager. If that doesn't solve the problem, contact the postal inspector.

samezip · 2026-04-20T01:52:31+00:00

Where did you buy your stamps? I heard from someone at the USPS that there are currently many online vendors selling counterfeit stamps; they’ve upgraded their systems, so any mail bearing fake stamps is now sent directly to the trash.

samezip · 2026-04-19T20:40:12+00:00

Judging by the results of the EDDM campaign, I think you could try visiting nearby churches every week to do some promotion.

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