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Shipping is often a pricey endeavor. Things like packaging, weight, and postage all affect shipping costs and add up over time. Whether you're figuring out how much it'll cost to send something, ordering packages online, or determining how much to charge customers, it's a good idea to figure out shipping costs well in advance.
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== Steps ==
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== Steps ==
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=== Figuring out the Cost to Send a Package ===
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=== Figuring out the Cost to Send a Package ===
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#Take packaging into account. The type of packaging you use affects costs. Light packaging tends to be inexpensive. Smaller boxes add about a dollar to shipping costs, while light envelopes add about 25 cents. However, using a larger box can cost up to $5. While you can't know the exact cost until being charged at the post office, these guidelines can help you determine a rough estimate.<ref>https://www.channelreply.com/blog/view/shipping-and-handling-costs</ref>[[Image:Determine Shipping Costs Step 1 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Take packaging into account. The type of packaging you use affects costs. Light packaging tends to be inexpensive. Smaller boxes add about a dollar to shipping costs, while light envelopes add about 25 cents. However, using a larger box can cost up to $5. While you can't know the exact cost until being charged at the post office, these guidelines can help you determine a rough estimate.<ref>https://www.channelreply.com/blog/view/shipping-and-handling-costs</ref>[[Image: Determine Shipping Costs Step 1 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#*For example, if you're shipping a larger box, add an estimated $5 onto your overall shipping costs.
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#*For example, if you're shipping a larger box, add an estimated $5 onto your overall shipping costs.
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#Weigh your item. If you have a scale at home, weigh your item first. Make sure you weigh the package as you'll send it out. The weight, in addition to other information, can be entered into an online calculator to help you estimate a rough shipping cost. Jot it down and gather other information before using an online calculator.<ref>http://pages.ebay.com/seller-center/shipping/shipping-basics.html</ref>[[Image:Determine Shipping Costs Step 2 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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#Weigh your item. If you have a scale at home, weigh your item first. Make sure you weigh the package as you'll send it out. The weight, in addition to other information, can be entered into an online calculator to help you estimate a rough shipping cost. Jot it down and gather other information before using an online calculator.<ref>http://pages.ebay.com/seller-center/shipping/shipping-basics.html</ref>[[Image:Determine Shipping Costs Step 2 Version 2.jpg|center]]
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