Stop the Junk Mail Onslaught

There are a couple of really good ways to cut down on the amount of junk mail that you receive. I know I have started taking these steps and have begun to see a smaller flow already. My PO box has been empty 2 days in a row! That's got to be a record of some kind.

In any case here is what you can do:

1. Visit Optoutprescreen.com and follow the directions there to remove yourself from credit card offers. There are two options. If you opt out electronically, you are removed from :firm: offers for 5 years. If you mail in your request you can be removed from the list permanently. The site indicates that there are benefits to receiving "firm" offers. Stating that you can comparison shop on different offers. Ok, I can understand that for someone who is just establishing credit maybe. However, can't you really do that one the internet? I think so. The internet after all is a wealth of information and I'm sure every credit card company ever created can be found there.

2. To get rid of the vast majority of other junk mail that clutters up our houses visit Direct Marketing Association and register for their Mail Preference Service. My suggestion is to mail in your application with a $1.00 fee. Or you can also use a credit card and register online. There is also a very informative FAQ section at the website that should help us all figure out the $2,000,000 question ---- "How Did They Get My Name"?

Hope these tips help you to unclutter your mailbox, your life, and also save some trees in the process!

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