Why You Need a Mailing Address
By Mike Bannoura
If you are running a business from home, a co-working space, or you simply do not have a physical storefront, your mailing address matters more than you might think. Using your home address on business cards, invoices, and your website raises privacy concerns and can look unprofessional. A private mailbox at a real street address solves both problems and comes with benefits that a PO Box cannot match.
The biggest advantage of a private mailbox over a PO Box is the street address. USPS PO Boxes start with 'PO Box' which immediately signals that you do not have a physical location. A private mailbox uses the street address of the mailbox center, like '1312 17th Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO 80202.' This is a real commercial address that looks professional on your website, business cards, and legal documents. Many customers use their PostNet mailbox address for their LLC registration, business license, and Google Business Profile.
Package receiving is another major benefit. PO Boxes only accept USPS deliveries. A private mailbox accepts packages from UPS, FedEx, DHL, Amazon, and any other carrier. At PostNet Denver, we sign for your packages and hold them securely until you pick them up. We send you a notification when something arrives. If you are traveling, we can forward your mail to wherever you are.
Privacy and security should not be overlooked. Using your home address for business puts your personal information in public databases, on your website, and in the hands of every customer. A private mailbox keeps your home address private. It also protects against mail theft, which is increasingly common in apartment buildings and residential neighborhoods. Your mail sits behind a locked box in a staffed location with security cameras.
PostNet Denver offers private mailbox rentals with flexible terms. Plans include a real street address, package receiving from all carriers, mail forwarding, email notifications for deliveries, and access to a physical key. We also offer virtual mailbox options where we scan your mail and email you the images. Stop by our location at 1312 17th Street in downtown Denver to see our mailbox options and get set up. Most customers are fully operational within 30 minutes.
