Getting some of your mailing and shipping done with the United States Postal Service is now a little more expensive. New postage rates went into effect yesterday. Stamp prices are up again, the second time in six months, to 63 cents from 60 cents. Don't worry, you can still use your old stamps now despite the price increases.

Many will be mailing their last-minute items to reach their destinations before the Christmas holiday. The postal service is expecting every post office across the country to be busy and is preparing for a massive rush of mail. The United States Postal Service also wants to remind you to ensure that you package your items properly to avoid a holiday disaster

Marc Bowker owner of Alter Ego Comics says, “I’d like to help others. I’ve lived through lots of ups and downs as a small business owner. I’d like to help others experience more of the up and less of the downs. Those can be in areas of social media marketing, e-mail marketing, and taking care of yourself so you can take care of your customers and your team. Basically, want to help the next generation of small business owners achieve success here in Lima.”