Posts by Andrew Newmark
Registered Mail vs. Certified Mail
Key Takeaways: When sending a product that has significant value or important documents, the USPS offers two great options: Registered Mail and Certified Mail. However, sometimes people mix up the two services or think they are the same product. While there are some similarities, there are also important differences between Registered Mail and Certified Mail.…
Read MoreHB 1003 in Washington State clarifies the use Certified Mail for Eviction Notices
Update — effective June 11, 2026: Washington HB 2664 removed the Certified Mail requirement that HB 1003 added to RCW 59.12.040 in 2025. The revised law no longer requires these mailed notices to be sent by Certified Mail. It still requires a mailed copy to be deposited in the United States mail from within Washington,…
Read MoreCertified Mail Forms
Key Takeaways: Since it was introduced in 1955, Certified Mail® has become one of the most popular services offered by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) for sending important documents. Each year, the USPS delivers more than 165 million Certified Mail letters to addresses nationwide. But what exactly is Certified Mail and what type of Certified…
Read More3 Tips for Sending Certified Mail to the IRS
Key Takeaways: “In this world, nothing is certain but death and taxes.” So said Benjamin Franklin more than two centuries ago, and it’s still true today. At least once a year, everyone must communicate with the IRS regarding taxes, whether it’s a tax return, payment, or other tax-related documents. While it’s become quite common in…
Read MoreCertified Mail vs. Priority Mail
Certified Mail is a USPS Extra Service that proves you mailed something and that it was delivered or a delivery attempt was made. Priority Mail is a mail class that gets a package there in one to three business days. They are not substitutes: one is proof, the other is speed, and you can combine…
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