The Shipper's Toolbox by Refund Retriever

Brian C. Gibbs
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Small parcel shipping and logistics are complicated. Sometimes, a shipper needs someone in their corner, so we created this podcast. Refund Retriever has provided businesses with complete logistics visibility and savings through FedEx and UPS invoice auditing, reports and analytics, and contract negotiations since 2006. Shipping & Ecom Podcast

  1. UPS Additional Handling Changes 2026

    DEC 3

    UPS Additional Handling Changes 2026

    Many shippers notice a UPS Additional Handling charge on their UPS invoice and wonder what it is and why it is so expensive. Additional handling charges are an added fee because the package did not conform to UPS's characteristics. UPS service centers must treat the box differently from the rest. So, how much are these fees, and how can we reduce them? Learn More. Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
  2. FedEx & UPS Shipping Deadlines

    NOV 19

    FedEx & UPS Shipping Deadlines

    UPS holiday shipping deadlines are crucial for all shippers. Holidays are usually the most active time of the year for small parcel shippers. Even with a large staff, it is easy for a company to overlook shipping costs in its efforts to keep customers happy. Let Refund Retriever monitor your shipping invoices for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Our late delivery refund technology will automatically find inconsistencies and overcharges.  UPS has already released some important 2025 holiday shipping information you need to know. Download the UPS holiday shipping deadlines schedule for quick access to essential shipping dates, holiday service guarantees, and the last days to ship. In addition, learn more about the UPS holiday surcharges.  Learn More.  Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    3 min
  3. 2026 FedEx General Rate Increases

    OCT 29

    2026 FedEx General Rate Increases

    The 2026 FedEx general rate increase is on January 6th, 2026. FedEx Express shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9% for Domestic, Export, and Import services.  FedEx SmartPost and FedEx One Rate shipping rates will also increase; we will explore those increases in a future blog.  Read More. Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
  4. 2026 FedEx Accessorial Fee Increases

    OCT 15

    2026 FedEx Accessorial Fee Increases

    Effective January 5, 2026, all FedEx shippers will experience shipping rate changes. It is important to note that FedEx Express, Ground, and Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 5.9%. FedEx Freight rates will increase by an average of 5.9%. We will explore the 2026 FedEx surcharge increases in this blog. Learn More Here. Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
  5. UPS 2025 Demand Surcharge Updates

    SEP 24

    UPS 2025 Demand Surcharge Updates

    UPS continues to modify its pricing. UPS demand surcharges are enormous costs for shippers. UPS started adding to its Peak Surcharges for international and US domestic packages. These modifications are significant and will undoubtedly impact many shippers. https://www.refundretriever.com/blog/ups-peak-surcharges Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
  6. FedEx Demand Surcharges 2025

    SEP 3

    FedEx Demand Surcharges 2025

    FedEx demand surcharges were traditionally only implemented during seasons with high shipping volumes. Unfortunately, FedEx demand surcharges are being applied on a year-round basis.  Read More.  Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    7 min
  7. FedEx Pickup Fees Changes 2025

    AUG 20

    FedEx Pickup Fees Changes 2025

    Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
  8. FedEx Ground Unauthorized Packages Changes 2025

    JUL 23

    FedEx Ground Unauthorized Packages Changes 2025

    The FedEx Ground Unauthorized Package Charge is a fee rarely encountered by shippers, but when it appears, a shipper will take immediate action. FedEx recently announced general changes to surcharges on unauthorized shipments that require additional handling. Generally, FedEx announces these fee increases in September each year, which take effect at the beginning of the following year. FedEx's unauthorized and additional handling fees increase by about 20% per year, but have also doubled. Read More Since 2006, Refund Retriever has audited FedEx and UPS packages for late deliveries and billing mistakes. Through a comprehensive logistics analysis, we help shippers maximize carrier discounts and achieve best-in-class pricing. Are you paying too much for your shipping? Refund Retriever also offers a solution to all your Amazon FBA reimbursement problems. We manually review the entire inventory lifecycle to ensure all inventory is available for sale. To learn more about FedEx/UPS auditing, contract negotiation, or Amazon FBA reimbursement services, visit: https://zurl.co/ZUqV

    4 min
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Small parcel shipping and logistics are complicated. Sometimes, a shipper needs someone in their corner, so we created this podcast. Refund Retriever has provided businesses with complete logistics visibility and savings through FedEx and UPS invoice auditing, reports and analytics, and contract negotiations since 2006. Shipping & Ecom Podcast

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