How to Save a TON of Money by using the Padded Flat Rate USPS Priority Mail Envelope.

[@fancypants2007]

He is selling Sweaters to people in Florida. This guy is a pro.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

That is hilarious! LOL!

[@TMesser74]

In those rare cold days, we freeze. Not use to it!

[@jesussavior4045]

This Man just single handily saved me from spending more money. I know I'm late but thank you boss!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

My pleasure. Please subscribe

[@rayslack6087]

@ReaP JoY Was wondering the same thing. I pay $8 not $6 for padded envelopes

[@brendamyers5995]

Yesssss!!!

[@RevohYT]

@ReaP JoY so we pay nothing but the customer has to pay $8.45 😳😳 might put them off buying tbh

[@angham3829]

Hallelujah 🎶 To God be the Glory ♥️

[@donnaward6158]

WOW! I've been getting boxes from USPS for years and have never seen the bubble envelopes! Thank you so much!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Sure thing! It’s going to save you a ton of money!

[@nancymarchand2721]

They have them.but you have. To ask for them.

[@jessicalim2764]

Great tip! I already have the padded flat rate envelopes but your video helped me confirm that I can stuff it to the Max.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Stuff it and subscribe. Thanks

[@pendem1938]

Thanks. This video really helped me understand how this priority padded flat rate envelope is cheaper to use than the medium priority flat rate box. I had no idea how big it would stretch out. Excellent video.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

pendem hardt Thanks so much. This has become my most popular video and it’s good to know that it is helping others!

[@catcon3997]

A tip, if you pack clothing that tight you run the risk of a buyer cutting the clothing when opening it up. Its happened, and of course the seller gets blamed for the buyers damage. I warn them to be careful in a message, but I also put a strip of thin cardboard (like poster board) in the bottom of the bag like a taco shell before I stuff the padded envelope. Then I make a line that says to carefully open here over the top of the cardboard.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks for sharing!

[@peterlabrie1]

Very cool advice thanks

[@user-me7pn6kl2z]

Trust me in this. Your buyer probably just wanted a refund and didn’t wanna go to the trouble of sending it back. So he just made that up. Or maybe your buyer was the type that needs instructions on their shampoo bottles.

[@angelweengz]

@@user-me7pn6kl2z 😆

[@jamesbizs]

@@user-me7pn6kl2z It's not exactly hard to believe, that you could cut into something that is literally MM's underneath the packaging. lol. wtf do you expect them to do? How do you suggest they safely and EASILY open such packages, where there is zero gap at any part of the package?

[@debbieriddle9429]

Thank you. Thanks to you, I learned something, Being a new seller, I can always use good information. I ordered my Priority Rate Envelopes... got them yesterday delivered to my door... 2 packages going out this morning...one in a Padded Priority Envelope. God Bless you.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks Debbie! Be sure to join my FB group: The FB Reselling Resource Center.

[@cherixbiggs5819]

Aweseome!!! Many thanks for clarifying that. Good old USPS doesn't want us to know about these flat rate padded mailers. They want us to buy their brown padded mailers or the decorative ones in their post offices. And pay more postage, too, of course.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Glad I can help!

[@melodeelucido1446]

Great info! Thank you for the help. Funny, I didn't realize shipping would be the hardest part of this biz

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks. I have an entire section of this channel dedicated to shipping tips

[@denisecoffey6269]

Watching some of your old videos! Very good video! And it tickled me because you said you where up to 50 subscribers and look where you are now. So awesome!!

[@teamstandyteamstandy9830]

Thanks for this video. I'm very new to selling and didn't even know USPS offered padded envelopes. Nice!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

My pleasure. Please subscribe

[@Veezzy]

Super helpful, I sell on DEPOP and poshmark. Once I ordered those padded flat rate envelopes online I can't stop

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

So glad it helped!

[@hailorosee1898]

I just came from your depop videos! They help a lot! ❤️

[@pamgascoyne9718]

Thank you. I'm in the process of opening an online bussiness and was unsure of shipping. This was very helpful.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great. Please subscribe. Thank you

[@JAMNCREW]

Dude so helpful! I truly appreciate your time spent on these videos. Clear, to the point, and consistent. Thank you!!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks a lot. Please subscribe.

[@user-me7pn6kl2z]

I’d say it’s probably my favorite type of flat rate shipping of usps. I have shipped jeans, sneakers, heavy items and the great thing is that since it’s flat rate there is no guessing, no need to exclude territories or places like Alaska or Hawaii because of higher cost of shipping.

[@jimklemens5018]

Blue jeans will usually fit in the regular flat rate envelopes.

[@itsdjmissm]

This is awesome! Thanks, new etsy store owner here and I'm spending a ton on shipping. Saving a buck or two per order will help.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Yes, they are great! Thanks

[@irene-starbridgewater2793]

Thank you Dominic for this great advice! Love all your vids and especially your high energy and positivity ❣❣❣❣❣

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks Irene! I appreciate it!

[@jasontrue9387]

Appreciate for this information helped out a lot easier!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MOIgloo]

Hey! Thanks for starting that Facebook group! I’ve been a member for a couplafew weeks now. It’s lovely!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@A.O280]

Facebook group?......here I come lol

[@drewlingel9163]

Man you are really making love to this United States postal service PADDED priority flat rate envelope aren’t you? Slappin it, stretchin it, stuffin it full etc etc..... 😅🤣

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

😂😂😂

[@Whateva79]

Love it!😆😆

[@abcrane]

mind, gutter, get it out of there:)

[@maxinef6654]

lol 😂

[@conniegoad4969]

i am sorry but i really need help tracking a parcel from a different courty

[@anoif737x]

Great Tips. I really appreciate it for shipping my Tote Bags and other clothing items. THANK YOU.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

My pleasure. Please subscribe

[@AzD435]

Thank you for this video. Just ordered a fat stack of envelopes and other supplies from usps!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Nice!

[@Jeeptalkshow]

lol I know this was back in 2018 but 50 subscribers, now at 27.4k. It's a cool feeling when more than 12 people like what you do! :D

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

I needed to hear that today so that you. Please join the sub count. I really appreciate it.

[@TheJereld]

I had no idea they were free. Thanks for saving me money. Subscribed.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Welcome!

[@TheJereld]

@@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter I just saved a ton of money by switching my envelopes to FREE instead of manillas. Thanks Again.

[@vaderladyl]

All Priority supplies are free.

[@kwajjdog]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣This is awesome! I have done this 2 times in the past week already! Thanks brother! >ps...I found a gold mine at the thrift stores on military bases. I know not everyone has access to military bases but for those that do have access, it is worth the effort to go look.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Good tip! Thanks! Glad this helped!

[@MarioloMEngineer]

If you dont mind me asking what products? Jackets? Pants?

[@daveed1797]

Thank you ! and I'm glad to see you have met and exceeded your goal of 100 subscribers !! 23.6k good job !!!! and 4k likes !!!!

[@melgonzalez7050]

I'm gonna try this. I don't send really heavy items, but I'm going to try this for mugs.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Mel Gonzalez just make sure you box the mug of course.

[@gnarlock3927]

I'm just starting out trying to sell some items on ebay. Went to 3 USPS locations and they do not carry the padded envelopes but I was able to order them for free like you said. Thanks for the tips

[@MidwestTreasureChest]

been using them for years - absolutely a must. Also, order extras and keep on hand in case USPS gets behind/low especially now during these times.

[@MidwestTreasureChest]

@MarcusFishTanks absolutely not u less you want to chance your USPS free shipping privileges being suspended for life. You must use the label for what you paid. The padded is more expensive.

[@gailmcclendon7480]

It pays to view some of your older videos. I have heavy jean I ship and they are pretty tough to get into the cardboard flat rate envelope. I just ordered the free usps padded flat rates on line. Thank you for the reminder! SoCal Picker, Gail

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

I just use the one tonight as a matter of fact, and it saved me several dollars on shipping video games. Thanks, Gail.

[@emha917]

Thank you very much ! I just requested the priority mail padded envelops. Thank you!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great!

[@pattymccallen]

I am so impressed by your kindness this is great content

[@flippinohio]

My post office had some of those padded envelopes out in the lobby last week. It's a very rare occurrence. Did I pick some up? No. lol. I was in a hurry. I do regret it. Thanks for the tip!

[@ruffledfeathersusa]

This is great. I don't have any med or large boxes on hand and was trying to figure out how to ship 3 long sleeve tees as I didn't think they would fit into the large padded bubble mailers. I was looking at having to spend $14 - $19 to ship in the flat rate boxes I have. Going to use this today to get them out so I hope it works, thanks!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Glad it can help! Thanks!

[@jv-ep2tc]

I make a snip in the end to allow air into the envelope. I then wrap the clothing in a plastic baggie to create a surface that is easy to slide. once the item is inside, i tape the snip that I made at the end to that it is air tight.

[@thejimshep2503]

I appreciate this video. Very to the point and touched on a few products i was considering for shipping solutions. Thank you.

[@noneofyourbusiness731]

Aw thank you will order these padded envelopes now

[@thetourminator]

As of this posted comment (late 2020), the cost to send TWO of those padded flat-rate envelopes is just $1.75 more than the cost of just one medium flat-rate box. The latter does have some advantages but the padded envelopes certainly offer a flexible cheaper option.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

It sure does!!

[@MommaBearsCorner]

good luck getting them. i have ordered several times, but right now with virus, they dont have supplies... tape up good cause mail goes through much in travel. i always tape them good!

[@bushbula2300]

Use it today and saved $$!! Thanks

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Terrific!

[@bobfritz046]

Great Video, IM new to reselling so this will really help me in the future when IM shipping out large Sweaters, etc..

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@PH-xk9bs]

Awesome! Great advice. Thanks for the info. Glad I stumbled upon your channel.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thank you. Please subscribe.

[@marialvarado2056]

Thank you. You got me out of a bind. I'm so new at this. God Bless you.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great. Thanks!

[@cherrylove1984]

This is an amazing tips! Thank you so much!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Sure thing. Please subscribe

[@sandys2672]

Awesome help, thanks!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

My pleasure!

[@riverhillsvintage4740]

Thanks so much for the CLEAR information.

[@zippie6]

Not sure if you mentioned it, but if you have something breakable or needs extra care, figure out what size box will easily fit into the padded flat rate and stick the whole box into it. I've sent a couple dozen items this way.

[@kreamysoaps]

I've been using a 8x4x4 box for this, but I think I could get a little bit bigger box in it. I am still playing with it.

[@bbybumblebee]

This video is very helpful and saves money which is always a good thing! Thank you 💕

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great!

[@PeaceLoveeNSN]

Thank you! I been spending so much on medium flat rate boxes lol

[@76jaimec]

This is going to sound really odd, but I use a food saver to shrink some of my orders so they will fit. You would be amazed at how much you can reduce the size of a item that size or even multiple items. I already had a case of the bags so I have no OOP for them or the saver. But If you got one and bags your not using it can make a huge difference if you ship a lot of clothing....😁

[@taroakita]

I use a vacuum packer too!, I use the hose attachment with a (unused) douche/enema tip on the end and quickly tape around after its compact. Haven't had a complaint.

[@76jaimec]

@@taroakita YES!!! Amazing what you can pack in those bags...lol

[@3bandits1]

I stretch the hell out of these padded flat rate envelopes I don’t care if it fits it ships! Saves me so much money every week

[@iwillrocksomeday]

Aww, you wanted to get to 100 subs. You're at 52.5k now. Congrats

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks! Lol

[@leticiaruvalcaba-arballo3181]

Thanks for the great idea, I will order these right now.

[@ernestthompson891]

Very helpful video production. Thank you!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@sammyyosemite2629]

I like to use the regular cardboard flat rate envelopes when possible. The tensile strength is better and it's cheaper. It can be folded to make somewhat of a box and seams can be reinforced with shipping tape. Great vid btw.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks. The cardboard one would not have fit this though.

[@Catfish2255]

Thanks much..You answered my question.

[@andyliang4733]

can you plz show how you did the folding of the sweater, I'm having a problem with the folding to make it the smallest

[@thecnguyen]

THIS VIDEO is awesome. Thank you so much for something so valuable

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks so much!

[@KatsAlluringTreasures]

I have these and hardly ever use them - I may have to start checking them out :-)

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

For sure

[@michellem5968]

Can I stuff a regular (nonpadded) usps priority mail flat rate envelope? I dont have any padded ones only the cardboard flat-rate. As long as it closes right? thanks

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Yep as long as it closes naturally

[@ratintestines9929]

Where and how do you print off labels Can you just write it on the package? How do you get tracked shipping?

[@abil828]

Just happened upon this today...wishing for the $6.90 price again!

[@xandinefathom5485]

Thank you for the help, I've been starting an Ebay store selling used computer hardware and knowing I can package it will in a smaller size box and put it inside the padded envelope and poof some money saved. Even though its only a few dollars it adds up quick if your shipping 5-10 things a day! THANK YOU!

[@loistallent2340]

Good information and very helpful suggestions! Thanks

[@sunnyday3041]

Thank you! Could you please do a video on what the advantages are to starting up a store?

[@JahnScott]

Thank You so much! You really just saved me money and headache 🤗

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great! Please subscribe

[@KingAlanI]

I love those things, especially for crosscountry mailing where zone pricing would make regular rate more expensive (also for crosscountry, Priority being a bit faster makes more of a difference) They're nearly the size of a number 4 bubblemailer, so I don't need to buy those, and I can use them for orders that don't quite fit in a size 2 for which a size 6 would be overkill (so I don't really need to stock size 3 or 5 either) I send a lot of LEGO and even with the bulky pieces being lower density I can still fit a couple pounds in one of these far cheaper than other 2 pound packages

[@dtfoxtreasures3131]

Thank you!!! You always give good info.

[@darcybloom-boedefeld5046]

Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Sure thing!

[@TheVeraattia]

I use thosr for almost everything..love them

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Vera Attia Definitrly going to be a huge go to item for me this year.

[@9Hickson]

I am going to try thus today. Thank You... 💯!!!

[@shivanishamar]

Can’t wait to try this! Ur awesome, thanks man

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Hope you enjoy! Please subscribe

[@reidsboutique9959]

Thank you so much for the tips i will try it.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

My pleasure

[@glorialongoria5951]

New subbie here, thanks for showing exactly what your talking about. Very helpful

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks and welcome!

[@storminnormansgunworks824]

Thanks for the tips. Are you a giant? Or is the ceiling just super lower than a typical ceiling?

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

LOL. 6'6, 250. Thanks for watching!

[@Naijaboothang]

Lmao!!!

[@lb4082]

Silence! ....or he'll eat your bones!!

[@gracemama1987]

LOL

[@wallystewart1979]

@@lb4082 lmao

[@durgo67]

Thank you for your time

[@ahmadjibawi8535]

Awesome thanks

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@CarolynFer]

Awesome. I just ordered some!!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great. Please subscribe

[@SosoDeema]

A lot of great informations! Thanks 🥰

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thank you!

[@rogermishler8794]

Thank you for posting this! I'm thinking this would be great for shipping shoes too.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Yes, if you can fit them in

[@sandyjackson4194]

@@tyreesneed sowing and reaping

[@13nlsc]

I always use a clear poly bag and squeeze the air out of every item. I then lay on it and burp every last bit of air. I can usually square the edge of a flat rate and fit most everything in the flat rate with the air squeezed out. I find the edges of the flat rate like a box. I tape the seams. I can fit more with sir squeezed out always!

[@nancyharpe53]

Excellent Video, very informative!

[@heatherferguson9589]

Can u put shoes in there too?

[@mickywinters8451]

Yes anything. I shipped a pair of sneakers last week that weighed 1.5 lbs. but usps sent me an email last week after I ordered 2 dozen flat rate ship bubble packs and said they are no longer supplying them. I’ve been an eBay seller for 17 years and I’m screwed now with shipping costs because of this.

[@ChristopherAlexander22]

Congratulations on the channel. 50 subs lol.

[@thepixiepicker111]

Did you ever reach those hundred subscribers? 😉 New sub from Kat’s channel, going back and watching some of your greatest hits. 👍🏼

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

LOL Almost there. Welcome to the Prime Time family!

[@gladysrosario3821]

Thank you so much for the advise. Good morning

[@Artificial_Intelligence00]

I have Xbox One controllers and apple watches to ship. Can I ship them with poly mailers and bubble wrap? I have to ship them out 12/1/2020. Please help!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

I would not. I would box them bc they can break in a poly

[@Artificial_Intelligence00]

@@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter Thanks!

[@renee1325]

Love them, use the padded a lot

[@brittanyzamora3541]

Thank you so much! This was extremely helpful! Can you do a video on how you create your shipping labels?

[@moroccanempirem8388]

Please hit me up when you get a response.i’m trying to start up a e-commerce and still struggling for now 🙃 Good luck to you!

[@Jeanniesings]

thank you so much for the advice. the usps.com should learn how to give their customers this sort of info.

[@OwenCarver]

The price for these is now ~$9 to ship now. It's still a great way to ship products that won't break in shipping.

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

If you ship with the eBay top rated seller discount it is 7.52

[@OwenCarver]

@@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter thanks for the hot tip! I mainly use them to sell my coffee which is my own website, not eBay, so I think I miss out on that unfortunately. 😔

[@dkkxjxjjfdjd7994]

Saw this a little late and hope they have some at the usps near me. Thanks a lot though !!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

They don’t have them in the stores. Need to order online

[@braidsculture3305]

Will try this in 2022 🤞🏽

[@dalilasalas9638]

Man I just came across this video and this was great vid with awesome 411.. thanks I know it's 3 yrs ago... Lol

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@palomahealing5073]

Do they have Jumbo sizes to fit like a medium box?

[@joesreviews6937]

been using these for years!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Great!

[@dipalee86]

Sir what’s is the weight limit? 1 lb or 2 lb also ok?

[@joesreviews6937]

@@dipalee86 70 pounds actually

[@maximilianbredow6374]

Can I send a package as Ground Advantage using this envelope?

[@KtuluLeaderRise]

Can you put a box is the polyester bag ? And be okay as long as it closes ?

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Yes. I have done a video on this

[@KtuluLeaderRise]

Prime Time Treasure Hunter can you link it please

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Rise Gaming kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6HOlZmjmJ6El6c

[@teresatheis6064]

Thanks John , Through trial-and-error of trying to pack in as many infant clothes as possible I too discovered the padded Envelopes were the way to go 2 yrs back but I also discovered that you can Run your hand between the bubble wrap and the envelope ,easily peeling the bubble wrap out . Allowing a bit more room and flexibility . Unfortunately the padded flat rate has gone up to I believe 9.80 But Everything else has gone up as well.

[@logicalblueberry]

? Please share how you were able to run your hand between the bubble wrap and envelope, easily pealing it out. I tried it and was only able to pull off a few tiny 1/2" pieces. It seems to be stuck tight and I see no way of removing the bubble wrap. Very curious as to how you were able to do that. Thank you.

[@sharonbouchard409]

Great video! Love shipping videos!

[@PrimeTimeTreasureHunter]

Thanks!

[@adhdflipper9066]

I mean , pfre’s are great absolutely.. but legal fre’s are actually longer like you said.. plenty of shoes & other things I can’t fit in the padded I can get in the lfre.. BUT THEYRE CARDBOARD RIGHT? all you have to do is go up to the PO counter , ask for ‘a roll of the priority mail tape please’ (got one last week, they give u a HUGE roll) , then tape over the seams on the legal. Per the DMM update on flat rate envelopes, you can reinforce the seams and flaps, but not encase the envelope. Then fold 2 inch from Bottom and 4 inch from top, push open with hand, pinch corners, and you have a 4x8 roughly bulgeable box.Then reinforce item with bubble wrap and add scrap boxes to reinforce both sides (not PM boxes , not allowed , or pfre’s cut , which so many do. Only takes once to catch you, it’s a federal offense..) then roll over to fold instead of try to fold normal , for cleaner presentation. I fit TONS of items in there too long for pfre, plus they’re cheaper . Never had one owe additional postage or any report of it breaking open. If you can fit in padded , it’s definitely better . But if you can’t , try the legal . Just don’t make it look gross . I save ~$50 a day shipping with legals and not 1 negative feedback in last 12 months+ 👻