{"id":69143,"date":"2024-08-07T16:15:26","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T21:15:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shipengine.com\/?p=4398"},"modified":"2025-10-14T09:48:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T14:48:04","slug":"usps-rate-changes-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/usps-rate-changes-2\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 USPS Rate Increases and Service Changes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Shipping costs can fluctuate, and staying informed about changes is crucial for keeping your business competitive. 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