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How do I set up USPS mail forwarding to my new address and how long does it last?
Updated July 2026 · 6 min read →All Articles
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How do I set up USPS mail forwarding to my new address and how long does it last?
USPS Standard Forward Mail can start within three business days and runs for 12 months, with paid extensions up to 18 additional months. Here's how to submit the change of address, what gets forwarded (and what doesn't), and why it's not a substitute for updating your records directly.
Updated July 2026 · 6 min read →
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How do I officially change my address with the US government when I move?
Update USPS, the IRS, SSA, VA, and other agencies in the right order so mail, tax notices, and benefits follow you after a move.
Updated July 2026 · 6 min read →
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How do I update my address with the IRS after I move?
The IRS doesn't share data with the Postal Service, so a change-of-address card won't update your tax records. Here are the three channels the IRS actually accepts, and what to handle separately at the state level.
Updated July 2026 · 4 min read →