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Old 03-26-2009, 01:09 PM
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Shipping, what would you do?

Currently my shipping prices are
Lbs Cost
1 9.14
3 9.84
4 10.09
10 12.05
17 15.73 etc
Just an example for the different pounds, I am also charged $2 for every order and $2.50 for every order under $20
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I am thinking about going with FedEx do you think their rates would be better, I would need the pickup service, thats the only thing I will be charged is $13 a week! Should I go with fedex or stay where I am...If I went with another carrier besides my suppliers I am still charged their $2 fee

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Old 03-26-2009, 01:46 PM
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Who are you using now?
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Old 03-26-2009, 01:51 PM
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My supplier's carrier..ups my supplier get thier own custom rates.
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Old 03-26-2009, 04:19 PM
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If you are a small company, you are better off sticking with your suppliers carrier. They are likely getting better rates than you could.
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Old 05-14-2009, 05:12 AM
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How long does standard flat rate shipping take from Florida to California?...
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Old 05-14-2009, 09:18 AM
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Roughly 4-5 days depending on what part of the state it is going to.
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Old 05-18-2009, 11:46 AM
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Old 11-05-2009, 12:27 AM
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I just use fedex very reliable as ever!
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Old 11-09-2009, 07:02 PM
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To know what will work best for you and be the cheapest you'll really need to do price head-to-head comparisons for your highest selling products. Package sizes and destinations make a big difference between UPS and FedEx. Also, if you have some good volume you'll be surprised at how open they are to offer discounts.
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Old 11-10-2009, 10:48 PM
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I keep changing shippers because I keep getting fed up with them. I started with FedEx, went to USPS Priority Mail, and now I'm with UPS. I haven't found any of them to be what I think they should be, but your options are limited.
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Old 11-16-2009, 03:40 PM
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Good job....
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