There are many avenues to enter sweeps — both online and offline. If the postal services are your preferred medium for participating in these contests, here’s an economical route!
What are Forever Stamps®?
When it comes to mail-in sweepstakes, minimizing both time and effort is the way to go. The United States Postal Service® issues non-denominational stamps known as Forever Stamps®. They are called “non-denominational” because if you purchase them at the present first-class postage rate but use them in the future when the rate has increased, they will still be valid. So, let’s say, you spend $0.55 on a Forever Stamp®, and eventually that price increases to $0.60. You will still be able to use that stamp and thereby, save $0.05.
Benefits of Forever Stamps®
If you constantly enter mail-in sweeps, stocking on Forever Stamps® can be hugely beneficial. It essentially is a good investment considering that postal rates follow an upward trend. In fact, in the past century, there have been only two instances when postal rates have fallen — in 1919 and 2016. But the drop only existed for a short duration and prices rose thereafter.
The value of Forever Stamps®
There is no monetary value printed on these stamps. Their worth is dependent on the first-class postage rate for a one-ounce envelope on a particular day. The present rate can be found on the USPS® website. So, you don’t have to rush about entering sweepstakes as soon as you purchase them since they will even be valid five years later. But be careful to not damage the physical stamp.
Spend less, save more
Want to save more money for your mail-in entries? Look out for stamp sales on online platforms such as eBay. You may even find discounts at club stores like Costco® or you can try your luck at winning a gift card at STAPLES® since they retail stamps.
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