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2008 United States Postal Service Rate Change Table

Proposed Price Increases Effective May 12, 2008

From Erika Martinez, for About.com

Forever stamps may become a good investment with more price increases expected.

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Starting May 12, 2008 the United States Postal Service mailing rate will increase by one penny. And the cost for other services, such as advertising mail, periodicals, and special package services will also change. The following table lists the proposed rate changes as announced by the United States Postal Service. Rates are subject to change.

USPS Proposed Rate Changes

Selected Prices and Services Current New
Effective May 12
First Class Mail Letter (1oz) 41¢ 42¢
First Class Mail Letter (2oz) 58¢ 59¢
Postcard 26¢ 27¢
Large Envelope (2oz) 97¢ $1.00
Money Orders (up to $500) $1.05 $1.05
Certified Mail $2.65 $2.70
First Class Mail International
(1 oz to Canada and Mexico)
69¢ 72¢
First Class Mail International
(1 oz to other countries)
90¢ 94¢

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