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Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions
  1. Is your Standard Mail really as fast as 1ST Class?
  2. How do I contact you?
  3. What methods of payment do you accept?
  4. How long does it take to print and mail?
  5. How does mail merge work?
  6. Do I have to understand how mail merge works to use it?

  7. Is there a charge for mail merge?
  8. How much does it cost to mail?
  9. How do I get started?
  10. What is your minimum order size?
Design Questions
  1. Can I design my own letter or postcard?
  2. Can you help me design my piece?
  3. Can you help me to write my letter or postcard?
  4. Can you help me create a logo?
  5. What color paper can I use?
  6. What kind of envelopes do you use?
  7. Can I print on the back of my letter?
  8. Can I use multiple pages?
Mailing Services
  1. What is included in your mailing service?
  2. Where is my mail sent from?
  3. How long until my mail gets delivered?
  4. How do I know when my pieces are mailed?
  5. What kind of mailing list can I get?
  6. Do you clean my list for delivery?
  7. What file format do you need my mailing list in?
Printing Questions
  1. How good is the print quality?
  2. Can I print on the back of my letter?
  3. How does mail merge work?
  4. Can I include a color logo or photo?
  5. Can you print my letters or postcard and send them to me?
  6. What is your turn around time?

 

General Questions

1. Is your Standard Mail really as fast as 1ST Class?

Yes!  You can get 2-5 day delivery anywhere in the continental U.S. if your mail is going into a single state or metropolitan area. If your mail is spread out across several different states it will travel at regular standard mail speed [1-2 week delivery].

 

We do this by drop shipping your mail directly into your area. The cost is about the same as standard mail and it gets there very fast. We will analyze your mailing list for free and tell you how fast your mail will travel.

 

2. How do I contact you?

You can simply call 631-275-2425 or

Send us an E-Mail  or

Our address is: LEADS1003 Corp 40 Underhill Blvd, Suite 2B, Syosset, NY 11791

 

3. What methods of payment do you accept?

You can pay by check or credit card. However, if you pay for postage with a charge card there is a 3% processing fee on the postage only [3.1% for AMEX]. The U.S. Postal Service does not accept charge cards for standard class mail. We have to process your card, pay the fee and write them a check. If you pay by check there is no additional charge.

 

4. How long does it take to print and mail?

Once your design is complete your letter or postcard will be printed and mailed within 2-3 business days.

 

5. How does mail merge work?

Direct mail is proven to work better when you personalize your letter. Instead of saying "Dear Sir", you can say "Dear John" using mail merge. But there is much, much more.

  • If you know their favorite brand or flavor, you can CHANGE that brand or flavor FOR EVERY CUSTOMER.

  • You can use different account numbers, account balances or calculated data - like different payment amounts.

  • You can use different dates, times, locations, names, places etc.

  • You can use different phone numbers and extensions for your different sales people or for tracking.

  • You can refer to the client personally again and again in your letter.

  • You can change each letter to test the difference in your response rate.

  • You can make different offers to see which works better.

You can merge any data you have in your mailing list into your letter. So you could assign a different account number to each person on your list, or a different time, date, special offer etc. As long as it's in your mailing list you can merge the information. If you are not sure how to add information to your mailing list we will help you do it.

 

Mail merge is extraordinarily powerful. It will increase your response and make your mailing more profitable. Note: Mail merge is only available on the front of your letter. It is not available on the backside.

 

6. Do I have to understand how mail merge works to use it?

No. All you do is decide what information you want to merge into the letter. As long as the information is in your mailing list or can be added to your mailing list it can be merged into the document. We will do it for you.

 

7. Is there a charge for mail merge?

No. Mail Merge is FREE as long as the merge information is included in your mailing list.

 

8. How much does it cost to mail?

There are four costs when mailing - design, printing, a mailing list and postage.

  • Mailing lists can cost anywhere from .02 cents to $1 per name or more. It depends on who you are trying to reach. But most lists only cost .10 cents or so per name, and you can mail it over and over again. If you already have a list there is no cost.

  • Standard postage costs are included in our easy, flat rate pricing. First class postage will add approximately .08 cents more to your mail piece.

  • Designing a letter can be easy [and free]. You can do it yourself in Microsoft Word. If you need help with writing or design, we charge just $59 per hour for design services.

  • Printing your letter or postcard is the final cost. Here is the breakdown:

    Full Color Merged Data Letters - Easy Flat Rate Pricing Including Postage

    Quantity of Letters

    Letter With Double Window Envelope Postage Included!

    2,500 Letters .61 each
    5,000 Letters .56 each

      10,000 Letters

    .55 each

      25,000 Letters

     .51 each

    50,000 Letters

    .44 each

    100,000 Letters

    .41 each

    Letter Prices Include Postage, full color letter, double window business envelope, 24lb paper, imprinted stamp indicia, setup, mail merge, addressing, folding, inserting and delivery to the USPS. Plus you can print on the back in black & white for just .02 cents extra!

    Full Color Merged Data Postcards - Easy Flat Rate Pricing Including Postage

    Quantity of Postcards

    4.5" x 5.5" Postage Included! 5.5" x 8.5" Postage Included! 6" x 11" Postage Included!
    5,000 .37 each .42 each .47 each

      10,000

    .36 each

    .41 each .44 each

    25,000

     .35 each

    .40 each

    .41 each

    Postcard Prices Include Postage,  full color front, 10pt gloss paper, black & white back with merge data printing, imprinted

     stamp indicia, setup, mail merge and delivery to the USPS.  

 

What's the final answer? If you already have your list and design, you can mail 5,000 full color letters for about .54 cents each! It's less than the cost of mailing a medium size postcard - and it's PROVEN more effective.

 

9. How do I get started?

To set up your letter you can start with our Microsoft Word Templates HERE. Or simply give us a call at  631-275-2425. If you already have your mailing list and letter simply E-Mail    them to us. We will review your files and create a postage statement for you.

 

10. What is your minimum order size?

We can process as few as 1,000 pieces.

 

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Mailing Services

 

1. What is included in your mailing service?

First we run your mailing list through Certified Postal Software. You get CASS [9-digit zip code correction] and Delivery Point Verification certification . We also look for duplicates and addresses that are not deliverable. Unlike many companies, there is no charge for this service.

 

We then create the required paperwork for the postal service [a postage statement], and send that statement to you. This way you will see the exact cost of your mail.

 

Your letters will be addressed with bar codes. This gives you the lowest cost postage possible. The address shows through the window in the envelope.

 

When we deliver your mail to the post office, they will stamp and sign your postage statement. We will send you a copy of your stamped and signed postage statement, along with your CASS report and a cash register receipt from the post office showing your mail drop. Everything is included.

 

2. Where are my letters or postcards mailed from?

We offer two different services depending on what gives you the fastest delivery time. Mail can be sent from the main bulk mail post office in Northern Virginia. Or it may be faster to use our drop shipping method. This will get your standard mail delivered almost as fast as First Class mail for the price of standard. We will review your options with you.

 

3. How long until my mail gets delivered?

Delivery times do vary with regular standard mail. It can take 1-3 weeks when the post office is running slowly. Our drop shipment mail service can speed it up to 3-5 days - all for the same cost. First Class mail will get delivered anywhere in the country in just a couple of days.

 

4. How do I know when my letters or postcards are mailed?

You will receive confirmation when your mail is sent.

  • You get a copy of your paid postage statement - signed, stamped and dated by the U.S. postal service

  • You can also track your mail using trackmymail.com. This allows you to see your mail when the USPS scans it.

Plus ALWAYS put yourself and a few other people on your mailing list. Hide these names in with the other data so that no one can tell who they are. This is called "seeding your list". You know all of your mail went out and when your seed letters arrive.

 

5. What kind of mailing list can I get?

Mailing lists are available in a very wide variety. You can get lists by zip cods, cities, states, etc. in almost any category. From home owners, to residents, business owners, new movers or new businesses, to people with children or even animals, almost any list is available. Think about who your best prospect is and then just let us know what you are looking for. We will get the perfect list for you.

 

6. Do you clean my mailing list for delivery?

Yes. Your list will be CASS [9-digit zip code] and Delivery Point Verification certified. We will also sort it for duplications and addresses that are not deliverable.

 

7. What file format do you need my mailing list in?

Excel is our preferred format for accepting mailing lists. But we can work with many different database files types including ACT, DBase, Excel & FoxPro. Please call to check on your specific mailing list format.

 

Here is a sample of what your mailing list may look like.

First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Code Payment Date
Mary Smith 123 Sample St Anywhere VA 22205 $567.45 1/25/2007
Fred Jones 121 Sample St Anywhere CA 78960 $876.59 2/15/2006
John Brown 151 Sample St Anywhere NY 01378 $1,256.47 12/19/2002

 

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Design Questions

 

1. Can I design my own letter or postcard?

Yes - and it's easy using Microsoft Word. Just write your letter or postcard and decide what information you want to merge into it. We will take care of the actual mail merge. Remember you can merge any data that you have in your mailing list into your mail piece. Get your template HERE to get started.

 

2. Can you help me design my letter or postcard?

Yes. Our graphic designers will help you to format an attractive, professional letter. We can even create a logo for you. All design services are provided at just $59 per hour.

 

3. Can you help me to write my letter or postcard?

Yes. We have professional copywriters on staff if you need assistance for just $69 per hour.

You want to be very careful when you write your mailpiece. Make sure it is very easy to read and understand. Use simple, everyday language with short sentences and paragraphs. Use a simple, clean layout. And don't forget that a good headline and subheadings will grab attention, draw in the reader and help them to understand your letter. Always make a specific offer that they can respond to, and make sure and tell them exactly what you want them to do.

 

Remember the power of mail merge - the more personalized your letter is, the higher response you will get. You can merge any data, any place in your letter. Use mail merge to increase your response rate.

 

4. Can you help me to create a logo?

Yes. Our professional graphic designers can help with all of your design needs. Help is available to you for just $59 per hour.

 

5. What color paper can I use?

White, green or pink papers are available. Other colors are available upon request. We strongly recommend white paper because it gives you the most professional presentation. We use high quality, 24lb paper. Your customers can actually feel the difference with the heavy quality paper.

 

For postcards we offer high quality, 12 point, high gloss paper. This gives you excellent full color reproductions. The back side of the paper is flat. This allows you to print variable data with black ink. You can show your products or services in full color on the front and perfectly target each and every customer on the back with their personal information.

 

6. What kind of envelopes do you use?

We use a double window, 24lb white wove #10 business envelope. This gives you a very professional presentation. You can show your special offer, logo, return address or anything else you want through the second window in FULL COLOR!. Plus our standard mail stamp indicia looks like First Class mail. This builds more trust with your customers. You can see a sample HERE.

 

Other special envelopes are available at an additional cost. Please call for pricing.

 

7. Can I print on the back of my letter?

Yes. But there is no mail merge available on the back side of our letters. All merged data can only appear on the front of your letter. It costs just .02 cents to print the back of your letter in black & white or .04 cents in full color.

 

8. Can I use multiple pages?

Yes. Please check our price list.

 

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Printing Questions

 

1. How good is the print quality of the letters?

We print with the very best laser jet printers. The printing is sharp and clear. You get crisp, clear printing on high quality paper.

 

2. Can I print on the back of my letter?

Yes. But there is no mail merge available on the back side. All merged data can only appear on the front of your letter.

 

3. How does mail merge work?

Direct mail is proven to work better when you personalize your postcard or letter. Instead of saying "Dear Sir", you can say "Dear John" using mail merge. But there is much, much more.

  • If you know their favorite brand or flavor, you can CHANGE that brand or flavor FOR EVERY CUSTOMER.

  • You can use different account numbers, account balances or calculated data - like different payment amounts.

  • You can use different dates, times, locations, names, places etc.

  • You can use different phone numbers and extensions for your different sales people or for tracking.

  • You can refer to the client personally again and again in your letter.

  • You can change each letter to test the difference in your response rate.

  • You can make different offers to see which works better.

You can merge any data you have in your mailing list into your letter. So you could assign a different account number to each person on your list, or a different time, date, special offer etc. As long as it's in your mailing list you can merge the information. If you are not sure how to add information to your mailing list we will help you do it.

 

Mail merge is extraordinarily powerful. It will increase your response and make your mailing more profitable. Note: Mail merge is only available on the front of your letter. It is not available on the backside.

 

4. Can I include a color photo or logo?

Yes. But remember that this is a letter - not a brochure. If you need to show many products or services you should use a brochure and insert it with your letter. Your letter SELLS. A brochure SHOWS. A good letter will work all by itself, but even a great brochure will fail if you don't include a sales letter in your mailing.

 

5. Can I just have you print the letters or postcards and send them to me?

Yes. But remember that you will be paying full price for the postage if you mail the letters or postcards yourself.

 

6. What is your turn around time?

Once your design is done we will print and mail your letters in 1-3 business days.

 

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Need Help With Your Design? Try This:

Flat Rate Postcard Design - $99

Flat Rate Letter Design - $99

Including Stock Photos & Copy Writing Review & Editing

  • Wholesale on low volume mail
  • Mail merge personalization
  • CASS & DPV list certification
  • All bar coded mail
  • Fast turnaround
  • Excellent quality printing
  • Assembly, folding & labeling
  • Letter insertion
  • Delivered to the Post Office
  • Customized letters & envelopes
  • Data calculations for each client
  • 100% list clean-up

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