Does your company ship with FedEx? You know FedEx fuel surcharges and understand these additional costs of transportation impact profitability. Changes to FedEx Express and ground charges will take effect every Monday. The FedEx fuel surcharge percentage will be reflected on the FedEx invoice. As a rule, the FedEx fuel…
As with all vendors, FedEx and UPS require prompt payment. The current FedEx late fee is 9.9%, and the UPS late fee is 9.9%. However, UPS will increase the late payment fee to 9.8% and apply fees to check payments and paper invoices. Let’s dive into these additional shipping fees….
The UPS Remote Area Surcharge is an additional fee applied to shipments that are destined for locations considered difficult or expensive to serve. These areas are typically far from major transportation hubs, may require extra handling, or involve longer delivery routes. The UPS Remote Area Surcharge applies to deliveries to…
Collect on delivery is available with UPS and FedEx small parcel shipping services. UPS & FedEx C.O.D. service allows you to sell to customers without extending credit or requiring prepayment. C.O.D. service is available on an individual package basis for most service levels. FedEx and UPS deliver the C.O.D. package…
Many shippers notice a UPS Additional Handling charge on their UPS invoice and wonder what it is and why it is so expensive. Additional handling charges are an added fee because the package did not conform to UPS’s characteristics. UPS service centers must treat the box differently than the rest….
As most shippers know, UPS provides additional delivery confirmation services as a value-added service. Of course, an additional charge applies for each service. A shipper can confirm the delivery of their packages in more detail with the following UPS value-added services. So then, let’s look at some options like UPS…
FedEx provides three options when shippers require a signature upon delivery. Each delivery option has various costs and requirements. Indirect Signature Required, Direct Signature Required, and Adult Signature Required. However, Indirect Signature Required is only available to residential addresses. For destinations other than the U.S. and Canada, costs for Indirect…
In 2011, United Parcel Service began charging more to handle oversized packages. Over maximum limit packages are heavier or larger than average, therefore costing UPS more internally to process. They are passing on the cost to the shippers and making more profit. How much is the UPS over maximum charge?…
With FedEx and UPS increasing their rates yearly, understanding your shipping contracts is very important. Did the carriers create the complexity in these to increase their profits? When was the last time you read through your carrier contract? With most FedEx and UPS contracts, there are two main types of…
Did you know that sometimes Ground service can be as fast as Express service, but at a fraction of the cost? We have first-hand experience with this. To help you find these same money-saving opportunities, we have a Shipping Service Optimization report that assists you by identifying routine shipments that…
All FedEx ground and express packages are guaranteed to arrive on time, or it’s free. Once you identify that a package was delivered late, requesting a FedEx Late Delivery Refund on the FedEx Money Back Guarantee is the next step to getting your money back. The request must be within…
The FedEx Ground Unauthorized Package Charge is a fee rarely seen by shippers, but when it appears, a shipper will take action immediately! FedEx recently announced general changes to surcharges on unauthorized shipments that require additional handling. Generally, FedEx announces these fee increases in September each year, which go into…
Who lost your package: UPS DHL FedEx USPS Amazon Few things are more frustrating than getting a notification that your package has been delivered—only to step outside and find nothing at your door. Do you have a lost package? Whether you’re…
A FedEx residential surcharge applies to shipments addressed to homes or private residences, including locations where business is conducted from home or shipments where the shipper designates the delivery address as residential. UPS and FedEx charge a higher price for residential addresses. In short, this additional charge is due to…
UPS automatically provides all packages with $100 worth of liability for loss or damage. A shipper can declare a higher value for the shipment with an additional charge. With this in mind, UPS specifically states that UPS’s declared value is not insurance. What does UPS declared value cost? As mentioned…
If your company ships to remote or rural areas, you may have noticed extra fees on your shipments—these are the UPS Delivery Area Surcharges (DAS) and Extended Delivery Area Surcharges (EDAS). UPS adds these fees to packages that are picked up or delivered to specific ZIP codes. Let’s break down…
Accessorial fees and surcharges are a considerable part of any shipper’s yearly shipping costs. Many shippers see these as a part of doing business, but there are many fees that you, as a shipper, can stop. The FedEx address correction fee is our topic of discussion here. Address corrections happen…
Accessorial fees and surcharges comprise a large part of any shipper’s weekly shipping costs. Many shippers see these as part of doing business. But there are many fees that you, as a shipper, can prevent. Address corrections happen to be a huge profit center for UPS and FedEx. When a…
The FedEx oversize charge for many shippers is a shipping expense that cannot be avoided. Many shippers do not know what these are until the charge is on a FedEx invoice. Let’s look at the definition of the FedEx oversize charge, the price of the FedEx oversize charge, and FedEx peak season…
Amazon recently announced updates to its FBA inventory reimbursement policy, designed to improve transparency and predictability in how sellers are reimbursed for lost or damaged inventory. These changes will take effect on March 10, 2025, impacting how reimbursements are calculated. Key Update: Reimbursements Based on Manufacturing Cost Previously, reimbursements were…
What is a FedEx Delivery Area Surcharge? As a FedEx shipper, there is a 99% chance that you have seen a DAS or delivery area surcharge fee on your FedEx invoice. A delivery area surcharge applies to shipments intended for select U.S. ZIP codes. DAS also applies to FedEx Express…
Many shippers open their weekly UPS invoices to find a few surprises in the form of a UPS large package surcharge. Therefore, we are going to examine this surcharge in more detail. What is a large package surcharge? What is the cost? How can we negate the charge to lower…
When it comes to shipping, ensuring you’re getting the best rates from UPS is essential for keeping your business competitive and your costs under control. Whether negotiating a new contract or renegotiating an existing one, accurate data is the foundation of a successful UPS contract negotiation. Here’s how to start…
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UPS defines a residential surcharge as a residential delivery made to a home, including a business working out of a home. Furthermore, an added shipping charge will apply for each residential delivery. However, this fee applies in two cases. If either the delivery address entered or the actual delivery address…
Many FedEx shippers see an additional handling charge on their FedEx invoices and wonder what it is and why it is so expensive. Additional handling charges are an added fee because the package did not conform to FedEx’s characteristics. They have to treat the box differently than the rest. So…
If your company ships UPS, you understand the effect UPS fuel surcharge has on shipping costs. The calculation is a percentage of the base rate and adds to the expense of each package. As a result, it covers additional fuel costs and keeps UPS profitable, even when fuel prices increase. What is…
FedEx demand surcharges were traditionally only implemented during seasons with high shipping volumes. Unfortunately, FedEx demand surcharges are being applied on a year-round basis. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reshape transportation worldwide. FedEx has kept commerce moving and delivered shipments throughout this trying time. Since we are entering another holiday…
UPS holiday shipping deadlines are crucial for all shippers. Holidays are usually the most active time of the year for small parcel shippers. Even with a large staff, it is easy for a company to ignore shipping costs to keep customers happy. Let Refund Retriever monitor your shipping invoices for…
FedEx Express Freight services are premium shipping options provided by FedEx for time-sensitive, heavier shipments that require expedited delivery. These services are typically for larger freight shipments that must move quickly across regional, national, or international destinations. FedEx Express Freight is designed to handle palletized shipments over 150 pounds and…
UPS announced the 2025 rate increase that will go into effect on December 23, 2024. Incidentally, the 2025 UPS accessorial fees and charges are a large part of every shipper’s weekly billing. Subsequently, the UPS ground and air rates will all increase by an average of 5.9%. Below, you will…
The 2025 FedEx general rate increase is on January 6th, 2025. FedEx Express shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9% for Domestic, Export, and Import services. FedEx SmartPost and FedEx One Rate shipping rates will also increase; we will explore those increases in a future blog. The 2025…
Effective January 6, 2024, all FedEx shippers will experience shipping rate changes. It is important to note that FedEx Express, Ground, and Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9%. FedEx Freight rates will increase by an average of 5.9%. We will explore the 2025 FedEx surcharge…
FedEx Delivery Manager is a free service provided by FedEx that allows recipients to have more control and flexibility over their incoming deliveries. With FedEx Delivery Manager, users can customize their delivery options according to their preferences and schedule. This ensures that packages are delivered conveniently. Key Features of FedEx…
Returns are an unavoidable part of any retail business, and ensuring a smooth return process is crucial for maintaining customer satisfaction. As one of the top logistics companies globally, UPS Returns offers cost-effective services designed to make returning packages convenient and hassle-free for businesses and customers. Here’s how UPS simplifies…
Many shippers have no clue how the carrier package minimum charge from FedEx and UPS minimum affects their overall shipping spend. Most companies do not realize carrier package minimums override a large percentage of the negotiated discount rates. Shippers must know the contractual UPS minimum net or FedEx minimum package charge….
UPS Saturday delivery is expanding! The carrier will now deliver ground with time-in-transit of 1 to 3 days and 3-day select residential packages on Saturday. UPS offers both weekend pickup and delivery to help your business grow. UPS express and international deliveries have been available on Saturdays for many years….
UPS continues to modify its pricing. UPS peak surcharges and demand surcharges are enormous costs for shippers. UPS started adding to its Peak Surcharges for international US domestic packages. These modifications are significant and will undoubtedly impact many shippers. UPS Demand Surcharge – Large Packages and Additional Handling An additional…
PostalMate is a multi-carrier shipping software explicitly designed for retail pack and ship centers. PostalMate’s comprehensive solution allows businesses to handle a high volume of shipping and retail transactions. Many companies want to compare the estimated cost to the actual FedEx or UPS invoice charges. Parcel billing reconciliation for PostalMate…
UPS vs FedEx is a question we get every single day. Which is better in terms of price, efficiency, customer support, or reliability? This is a difficult question to answer. Therefore, let’s look at each and make some comparisons. As of the most recent data, UPS reported approximately $100 billion…
UPS Ground Saver, “UPS-GS,” service is currently available for packages with an origin and destination within the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Territories, and to U.S. Post Office Boxes. It is not available for international packages. UPS Ground Saver is basically a new name for UPS Surepost offered…
USPS has some of the lowest postage rates and offers excellent value in shipping. Like FedEx and UPS, the USPS price increase can be expected yearly. Here at Refund Retriever, we audit FedEx and UPS shipments for late deliveries and other billing mistakes. As a result, the majority of our…
The Amazon Order Defect Rate (ODR) is a key performance metric used to measure the health of a seller’s account. A high ODR can result in account suspension, while a low ODR can improve a seller’s chances of winning the Buy Box. What is the Amazon Order Defect Rate (ODR)?…
In the world of shipping and logistics, efficiency and reliability are paramount. For businesses seeking a dependable and cost-effective solution for their shipping needs, USPS Ground Advantage emerges as a compelling option. Announced in July 2023, this service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) provides businesses with benefits…
Get ready to see your FedEx and UPS bills increase. The carriers are adding 82 new delivery area surcharge zip codes to the existing Delivery Area Surcharge list this April 2024. The surcharge will take effect on April 8, 2024, for UPS deliveries and April 15, 2024, for FedEx deliveries….
Shipping delays are never fun, but they don’t have to spell doom for your business. Fortunately, the correct shipping delay email template can reassure customers and maintain brand loyalty. Reassurance can prevent profit loss and order cancellations. Being hit with shipping delays is every company’s worst nightmare, and many panic….
Expecting a delivery from UPS but missed it? Did you receive a UPS delivery notice on your door? Don’t worry. You can still get your package by tracking it and requesting UPS to release it. UPS will deliver your package for free up to three attempts before sending it back…
If you’re a frequent user of FedEx services, you might already be aware of the My FedEx Rewards program. But have you enrolled yet? If not, you’re missing out on various advantages that can save money and entitle you to money-back guarantee refunds on ground and home delivery shipments. We…
Since 2006, Refund Retriever has been in the late delivery refund business, and we are proud to announce a new service offering. Refund Retriever now audits Amazon seller accounts to help identify and recover refunds for Amazon sellers. Refund Retriever customers can now add FBA refund service in less than…
Here’s a quick tip: Be Sure the Driver Scans Every Package when they pick up your packages. Instruct the driver to scan every package and then the UPS end-of-day report slip. This will reduce risk on your part and may save you money in the long run. How? Read on…
Dimensional (DIM) weight pricing is the carriers’ way of encouraging parcel shippers to optimize box sizes. This discourages wasted space inside the boxes, which destroys room in their trucks. The package’s DIM weight replaces the billable weight if it’s higher than the physical weight. Standard FedEx DIM weight calculation, the…
For most, holidays are the most active time of the year for small parcel shippers. Even with a large staff, it is easy for a company to ignore shipping costs to keep customers happy. Therefore, the FedEx Holiday Schedule should be available to all customer service and shipping staff. Let’s…
Hardly a day goes by that I do not log into my Amazon Prime account to place an order or research prices. I turn to Amazon Prime for everyday items, gifts, and special purchases. For $139/year, I get free 2-day shipping and free video/music streaming; I use everything they offer….
A FedEx invalid account fee applies if the shipper does not provide a valid or accurate FedEx account or credit card number for the selected billing option. For FedEx Ground, this includes requests to bill accounts without a U.S. or Canadian billing address. This FedEx missing or invalid account surcharge…
Here are FedEx 2023 Holiday money-back guarantee details every business should know! During the 2023 holiday shipping season, FedEx will temporarily extend delivery commitment times for the money-back guarantee for certain dates. Other than the dates listed below, each and every ground, home delivery, and express FedEx package is guaranteed…
Let’s reduce shipping costs. FedEx and UPS are the world’s leading shipping couriers you can trust for speedy delivery of packages. Shipping costs can differ based on factors such as shipping destination, package size, weight, and shipping service selected. This blog presents ways to decrease shipping costs with FedEx and…
UPS announced the 2024 rate increase that will go into effect on December 26, 2023. Incidentally, the 2024 UPS accessorial fees and charges are a large part of every shipper’s weekly billing. Subsequently, the UPS ground and air rates will all increase by an average of 5.9%. Below, you will…
Shipping firearms today is difficult; shipping firearms with FedEx is more accessible than shipping them via UPS. This blog is to help with shipping, but if you have additional questions, it is best to contact FedEx directly. Shipping Firearms with FedEx Express Only customers maintaining a Federal Firearms License (FFL)…
How will UPS holiday season surcharges affect your business this year? From October 1, 2023, through January 13, 2024, UPS will apply peak surcharges to shipments that qualify as oversized, unauthorized, or require additional handling and existing charges. FedEx also implemented peak season surcharge increases as well. Check out this…
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FedEx has an annual revenue of $93.5 billion. Next year, the annual revenue will be even more significant due to FedEx’s yearly general rate increase. The 2024 FedEx General Rate Increase will go into effect on January 1, 2024. FedEx Express shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9%…
Effective January 1, 2024, all FedEx shippers will experience shipping rate changes. It is important to note that FedEx Express, Ground, and Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9%. Surcharge 2022 Price 2023 Price 2024 Price Address Correction $19.50 $21.00 $22.50 COD $17.50 $19.00 $20.00 Dangerous…
The residential surcharge is among the most common and substantial surcharge fees for 98% of all FedEx and UPS shippers. Therefore, a shipper must consider the impact and compare FedEx and UPS applications during contract negotiation. This consideration includes much more than just the discount offered. Therefore, consider a few…
The Amazon Click-Through Rate is a metric commonly used in online advertising and marketing to measure the effectiveness of an ad campaign or a particular marketing effort. In the context of Amazon, the Amazon CTR would refer to the Click-Through Rate for ads displayed on the Amazon platform. This metric…
UPS is one of the carrier companies to use if you want to send items cross-border. However, being familiar with some of their carriage conditions, especially restricted and prohibited items, is crucial. Be mindful of UPS shipping restrictions. That way, you can guarantee that your account remains in excellent standing….
All sellers must know about the new Amazon FBA capacity limits system. Over the past few years, Amazon has changed its FBA storage limits a few times. These changes confused and frustrated sellers as they would restrict or decrease the amount of inventory FBA sellers can dispatch to Amazon’s fulfillment…
Why would you choose Refund Retriever over one of the many other FedEx & UPS small parcel auditing companies? It looks like everyone does the same thing. Wrong. Proprietary Software Refund Retriever was started in 2006 with software we developed in-house. We do not have any outside third-party companies writing…
LTL shipping offers a cost-effective and flexible solution for businesses that involve transporting small to medium-sized quantities of goods, varying from a few pallets to a few thousand pounds. LTL stands for “less than truckload.” It is a type of shipping where a shipment of goods does not require a full truckload. …
FedEx billing online is an excellent tool. Unfortunately, many customers pay their carrier invoices too quickly. The surprising fact is this may cost more money in the long run. If the invoice has been paid, FedEx will deny late package refunds on the money-back guarantee for some service levels. …
UPS Ground with Freight Pricing (GFP) is available to customers shipping within the contiguous 48 states. UPS Ground with Freight Pricing offers a streamlined, cost-effective solution for shipments of 151 pounds or more. Customers can rate and ship UPS Ground service using Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipment characteristics with UPS GFP. The minimum…
Many retailers lose nearly 3% of their business earnings because they do not cash out on their Amazon FBA Reimbursements. This is unintentional, as many sellers may not even know they are losing this money. The great thing is that Amazon has set up a functional system to help sellers…
When shipping a package, FedEx, UPS, and USPS come to mind. All these carriers have certain restrictions for items that are prohibited from shipping. It is essential to be mindful of FedEx shipping restrictions to ensure your account remains in good standing and that your packages reach their final destination….
UPS shipment exceptions occur when a UPS package meets an unexpected occurrence, which could change the scheduled delivery day. Exceptions include address unknown, damage to the shipment, or signature not received. UPS Tracking Event Descriptions Below is an explanation of some standard tracking events from when the label was created…
UPS offers many delivery options to suit your business needs. Direct delivery only (DDO) is what the name indicates; all your parcels are delivered directly to you, the shipper, or the consignee. What is UPS Direct Delivery Only? Direct delivery only guarantees a package is delivered to the residential or…
UPS value-added services, which are UPS other charges, also called surcharge fees, increase yearly. Thus, we have decided to keep a running tab on the surcharge price history. As a rule, the cost of all UPS shipping services rises each year. The cost of doing business seems to grow continually….
FedEx surcharge fees can account for a large portion of a company’s shipping costs each year. These other charges are also called accessorial fees and consequently increase each year. Thus, we have decided to keep a running tab on the surcharge price history. As a rule, the cost of all…
UPS Chargebacks for consignee billed shipments are rarely understood by shippers. Unfortunately, we had a conversation with a UPS shipper who had a nasty surprise on his recent UPS invoice. Upon reviewing the invoice, we found nearly $500 in charges in the invoice category labeled “Chargeback.” There were four tracking numbers…
FedEx shipment exceptions are not fun for recipients or shippers. Most clients prioritize swift delivery of both services and packages, and the ability and promptness of a courier service operator to deliver a package without a hitch are at the top of the requirements list. FedEx ranks as one of…
FedEx Express has introduced FedEx International Connect Plus, a new day-definite, e-commerce shipping service within FedEx Express International. This new service aims to combine speed and price for international small parcel delivery. What is FedEx International Connect Plus? FedEx International Connect Plus is a global shipping service that offers customers…
Many shippers need to realize there are two package rates for all UPS shipping rates. The amount you pay for shipping depends on a few factors; therefore, it is crucial to ensure you are using the correct designation. Additionally, retail shipping rates might differ entirely from the UPS published rates. Let’s look…
UPS Mail Innovations is a joint venture between UPS and the United States Postal Service (USPS). It is a cost-effective way to send packages and documents around the world. The service combines the reliability of the UPS Ground network with last-mile delivery generally provided by the USPS. Mail Innovations handles…
Consumers return items for many reasons, including unmet expectations, inaccurate fit, damaged products, or accidental orders. Whatever their reason for returning the things they have purchased, Amazon takes responsibility for these items. When return items arrive at Amazon, getting them back to their categories or order again becomes difficult. Amazon…
Shippers must understand FedEx termination fee provisions and how they affect small parcel shipping. FedEx agreements are not easy to understand. Therefore, we will explore a FedEx termination fee and some options if one presents a new FedEx agreement. What is a FedEx Termination Fee? Early termination language is a…
Coming on the heels of the 2023 FedEx shipping increases, the 2023 UPS Rate Increase is here! UPS announced increases in the 2023 shipping rates. UPS ground, air, and international rates will increase an average net of 6.9% effective December 27, 2022. In addition to increasing daily package rates, other changes will increase…
UPS announced the 2023 rate increase going into effect on December 27, 2022. Incidentally, the 2023 UPS accessorial fees are a considerable part of every shipper’s weekly billing. Subsequently, the UPS ground and air rates will increase by an average of 6.9%. UPS Air Freight rates for the U.S., Canada,…
My FedEx Rewards is a free program that benefits FedEx small parcel shippers. With My FedEx Rewards, shippers can accumulate rewards such as brand-name gift cards from leading retailers due to daily shipping. What are the benefits of being a My FedEx Rewards member? Money-back Guarantee for My Rewards Members…
If you’re new to the shipping world, you probably wonder what USPS postal zones mean. It is the U.S. Postal Service’s way of determining the distance between a parcel’s destination address and its origin. The USPS( United States Postal Service) covers every square mile of the U.S. Since January 2019,…
With the high rate of technological advancement worldwide, online shopping is easy. E-commerce continues to boom. Industry giants like Amazon continue to rake in all the traffic and attention in the industry. This increased traffic has come with a consistent spike in buyers and sellers to its platform. The actual…
An effective Amazon feedback request strategy is vital to success. Strategies will boost your reviews from a marketing standpoint and understand customer behavior. Now, unsolicited reviews are fantastic. But leaving your “Digital Word Of Mouth” to chance can be considered a rookie move. As a vendor, your number one priority…
FedEx and UPS fuel surcharges are at an all-time high. By the time this blog is live, the fuel surcharge will be even higher. UPS express fuel surcharge is 22.75%, and the ground is 18% as of June 13, 2022. FedEx express fuel surcharge is 22.75%, and the ground is…
UPS SurePost is a low-cost delivery service with accessorial fees that can increase the final delivery cost. UPS Ground has many more accessorial fees than SurePost. Shippers can expect to see the non-machinable charges, DAS, DAS extended, peak surcharges, and fuel surcharges. In this blog, we will explore the UPS…
Amazon FBA PPC strategies are very important to the success of your business. If you’re an e-commerce vendor who sells on Amazon’s Fulfillment By Amazon (FBA) service and platform, the biggest fulfillment platform in the industry, you would know the most crucial goal is successful conversions and sales. The aim…
FedEx ID scanning will soon impact all shippers. On June 28, 2022, FedEx express and ground will enable ID scanning functionality for domestic deliveries which require an adult signature. FedEx’s ID scanning technology will electronically capture the recipient’s name and automate age verification. This new process removes the need for…
Let’s discuss shipping FedEx dry ice packages. There are different classifications of products in the E-commerce world, from perishables to medicines and hardware. Each of these products has different methods and strategies for shipping. If you sell perishable products, you may be required to ship with dry ice. Many perishable…
FedEx Billing Online is an efficient and streamlined way for your business to handle your FedEx invoices. This free and easy tool allows your business to view, manage and download invoices, dispute charges, plus make payments. In addition, all your FedEx shipping charges can be applied directly to a company…
The pace of parcel costs is fast, and the fine-print details of carrier contracts often change just as quickly. Keeping this in mind, how can businesses keep up with the rapid speed of parcel changes directly impacting their businesses? Shipping contract negotiation. Regularly reviewing carrier contracts from UPS and FedEx…
Many companies ship items that require special attention or packaging. FedEx can ship dangerous goods with a variety of services. To begin with, you cannot ship dangerous goods of any kind via FedEx International Next Flight service. Dry ice is the only category of hazardous goods shipped via FedEx International…
Many shippers contact us with questions about shipping insurance. To start, FedEx does not offer shipping insurance. FedEx offers additional declared value. So let’s get a better idea of the rules for FedEx declared value. FedEx Declared Value Cost for 2025 When you use FedEx declared value, the cost is…
As a business owner, the most important thing about a cardboard shipping box is that it safely gets your products to your customers. You want your box quality to withstand the shipping and transportation process. When shipping with FedEx and UPS, how can you ensure your boxes won’t get crushed…
Have you looked at your UPS agreement? When was the last time you compared the agreement discount rates to an actual invoice charge? How can you approach a UPS shipper agreement negotiation with confidence? Most shippers find agreements too complex or structured in a way that is too confusing to…
