How to stop receiving letters for previous owners mail

The frustration of receiving mail intended for a previous owner! Here are some steps to help you stop receiving letters for previous owners' mail:

  1. Notify the USPS: Contact your local post office or visit their website to report the issue. Provide the following information:
    • Your name and address
    • The previous owner's name and address (if you know it)
    • The type of mail you're receiving (e.g., bills, catalogs, junk mail)
  2. Request a "Forward No Mail" order: The USPS will send a "Forward No Mail" order to the previous owner's address, instructing them to forward any remaining mail to you. This may take a few weeks to process.
  3. Check with the previous owner: If you know the previous owner, you can try contacting them directly to ask them to update their address with the USPS. They may be able to request a "Change of Address" form, which will help redirect their mail to you.
  4. Contact the creditors: If you're receiving bills or statements intended for the previous owner, contact the creditors directly to notify them of the change in ownership. They may be able to update their records and stop sending mail to the previous address.
  5. Opt-out of junk mail: To reduce the amount of junk mail you receive, consider registering with the Direct Marketing Association's (DMA) Mail Preference Service (MPS) or the National Do Not Mail List (NDNML). These services can help reduce unwanted mail.
  6. Check with local authorities: If you're receiving mail intended for a previous owner who has moved away, you may want to contact your local government or county assessor's office to see if they have any information on the previous owner's new address.

Remember to be patient, as it may take some time for the mail to be redirected or for the previous owner to update their records.