Overwhelmed by Junk Mail? Here are some strategies you can use to reduce the amount of unwanted mail piling up in your mailbox.
Catalogs & Broadcast Advertisements
The Direct Marketing Association maintains a huge mailing list to which businesses and other organizations subscribe. to dramatically reduce your junk mail, send a post card with all variations of your name to the address below, and ask to be removed from the mailing list.
Direct Marketing Association
Mail Preference Service
P.O. Box 9008
Farmingdale, NY 11735
It is also possible to remove your name from the mailing list by completing a form online at DMAChoice.org.
Credit Card Offers
If your credit is good, many companies provide your name, address and credit history to credit card companies. To stop receiving pre-approved credit card and insurance offers, call (888) 5-OPTOUT
